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KBRA Releases Research – Navigating the Data Center Landscape

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KBRA releases research examining the data center sector, which has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, given the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud-based solutions that require vast storage capacities. This expansion has fueled a surge in financing, as hyperscale and colocation operators seek cost-effective financing solutions to meet growing demand. As a result, capital markets are playing an important role in funding infrastructure developments through project and structured finance offerings. Given the strong fundamentals and continued institutional investment, capital market financing is well-positioned for growth in the coming years. This KBRA report highlights what is driving demand, as well as the potential constraints faced by the industry.

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KBRA is a full-service credit rating agency registered in the U.S., the EU, and the UK, and is designated to provide structured finance ratings in Canada. KBRA’s ratings can be used by investors for regulatory capital purposes in multiple jurisdictions.

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Brian Ford, Head of Structured Finance Research
+1 646-731-2329
brian.ford@kbra.com

Brajean Ramos, Senior Analyst
+1 646-731-2417
brajean.ramos@kbra.com

Caleb Murthy, Senior Analyst
+1 646-731-1433
caleb.murthy@kbra.com

Media Contact

Adam Tempkin, Director of Communications
+1 646-731-1347
adam.tempkin@kbra.com

Business Development Contact

Rosemary Kelley, Senior Managing Director, Head of Structured Finance and Project Finance
+1 646-731-2337
rosemary.kelley@kbra.com

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CEO: Jim Nadler
Employees: 400+
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Contacts

Brian Ford, Head of Structured Finance Research
+1 646-731-2329
brian.ford@kbra.com

Brajean Ramos, Senior Analyst
+1 646-731-2417
brajean.ramos@kbra.com

Caleb Murthy, Senior Analyst
+1 646-731-1433
caleb.murthy@kbra.com

Media Contact

Adam Tempkin, Director of Communications
+1 646-731-1347
adam.tempkin@kbra.com

Business Development Contact

Rosemary Kelley, Senior Managing Director, Head of Structured Finance and Project Finance
+1 646-731-2337
rosemary.kelley@kbra.com

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