BlackRock, in collaboration with Nvidia and Microsoft, has finalized the acquisition of Aligned Data Centers for around $40 billion. This Dallas-based company is recognized as a leading provider of sustainable data center solutions throughout the United States. The announcement was made by the EFE news agency.
The transaction involves several key players, including AI Infrastructure Partnership, which is a coalition formed by Nvidia, Microsoft, and other strategic partners; MGX, a state fund from the United Arab Emirates focusing on artificial intelligence; and Global Infrastructure Partners, a consortium that is part of BlackRock. According to an official statement, this acquisition marks the largest sale in the history of the data center sector and signifies a new chapter for Aligned, which was previously owned by Macquarie Asset Management (MAM). The deal is anticipated to close in the first half of 2026.
Ben Way, head of MAM, stated, “This operation demonstrates our ability to identify key themes early and generate value for our clients.” He also highlighted the rapid growth of Aligned Data Centers, which expanded from two locations to operating in 50 sites within just seven years. The surge in artificial intelligence has significantly increased the demand for data centers capable of supporting this technology”s infrastructure. Companies such as OpenAI and Oracle are also entering into similar agreements, emphasizing the strategic importance of these facilities.
The financial advisory for this transaction was provided by Guggenheim Securities, Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, and JP Morgan.
