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Last updated: June 15, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Private‑Equity Deal Flow

Apollo and Blackstone close $35bn private‑credit deal to bankroll Anthropic’s AI‑chip push, marking the largest single‑asset investment in the sector this week. The partnership blends Apollo’s credit expertise with Blackstone’s capital heft, positioning the fund to capture rapid growth in AI infrastructure. Meanwhile, Abry closes $780m continuation fund for Centauri Health Solutions, backed by Apollo S3 and Neuberger, lets the Boston firm retain its most valuable healthcare asset while raising fresh capital for future roll‑ups. The continuation vehicle, oversubscribed at 1.5x the target, signals confidence in Centauri’s long‑term earnings trajectory. In a separate transaction, Morgan Stanley exits Brazos Delaware II for $1.6bn at an 8x EBITDA multiple projected for 2027, underscoring the firm’s shift toward high‑margin, lower‑risk portfolio companies. Finally, Otro Capital invests in University of Utah’s Crimson Brand Partners as the venture‑backed firm takes charge of commercial operations across Utah Athletics and the broader university, a move that expands Otro’s footprint into collegiate branding and sponsorships.