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Last updated: July 3, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Infrastructure Sector Sees Strong Fundraising Momentum

The infrastructure sector continues to attract significant capital, with multiple funds nearing or achieving their targets. Conifer Infrastructure announced its first fund closed at a $900 million hard-cap, demonstrating strong investor appetite for specialized infrastructure plays. Similarly, Seraya has reached the halfway mark for its $1.5 billion sophomore infrastructure fund, indicating ongoing confidence in the asset class. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is also positioning infrastructure as a key area for nature-focused finance, signaling a growing trend towards sustainable investments within the sector. This broader investor interest is further evidenced by Samsung Asset Management, which is actively seeking to boost its infrastructure exposure, particularly in energy-related opportunities.

The pipeline for new infrastructure vehicles remains active, with several large funds preparing for or undergoing their initial fundraising phases. Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) is targeting €16 billion for its latest renewables flagship, following the successful close of its previous fund above its €12 billion target. The National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) is nearing a first close for its second infrastructure fund, having secured nearly half of its $3.5 billion target, with substantial backing from the Indian government. In the energy transition space, Reinova is aiming for a $500 million first close on its debut energy transition infrastructure fund, having already secured approximately two-thirds of its target within ten months of strategy launch.

Large-cap funds continue to dominate infrastructure fundraising in the Asia-Pacific region, with the success of KKR Asia Pacific Infrastructure Investors III potentially being a significant factor in the region's 2026 fundraising performance. This trend aligns with broader data indicating that the global infrastructure asset class attracted a record $913.4 billion in allocations from the world’s largest institutional investors, a nearly 15% increase from the prior year. Despite the dominance of large funds, the discussion around performance metrics continues, with an ongoing debate about whether mid-market infrastructure delivers superior investor benefits compared to its large-cap counterparts. Industry leaders are also outlining their significant vision for the future, with the largest infrastructure general partners anticipating a $7 trillion AI capital expenditure supercycle.

Real Estate Capital Markets Navigate Shifting Dynamics

The real estate sector is experiencing a dynamic shift, with established players and new entrants actively managing capital and adapting to market conditions. Starwood successfully closed its Fund XIII at $10.2 billion, exceeding its $10 billion fundraising goal in a market environment that has evolved since the fund's 2023 launch. In Australia, Centuria secured Japanese investor backing for a single-asset Sydney office fund, raising approximately A$268 million in equity for a 50% stake in World Square precinct properties. Meanwhile, the Australian super fund Aware Super made its debut commitment to student housing, pledging €426 million to a venture that also marks its first exposure to German real estate.

The real estate secondaries market is experiencing a significant upswing, becoming a more sophisticated tool for capital formation and liquidity management. A growing cohort of institutional investors are turning to real estate secondaries as global buyers seek exposure to in-demand asset classes. Managers are increasingly utilizing this channel to unlock liquidity and retain high-conviction assets, repositioning platforms for future growth. Allianz Global Investors (AllianzGI) is increasingly focusing on infra secondaries, recognizing their utility in the current market. This trend is further supported by Schroders Capital, which views recapitalizations as more than just a liquidity tool, seeing them as a means to bridge Europe’s funding gap by combining capital discipline with operational expertise.

The retail sector is also seeing a resurgence, with a focus on resilient income streams. Newport Capital Partners notes a significant return of capital to the retail sector, particularly for everyday essential retail formats. Northwood Investors highlights open-air retail as a notable investment opportunity, with specialty centers gaining momentum. This active asset management approach is also advocated by Redevco, which emphasizes the potential for income growth in retail parks and convenience retail formats through disciplined execution. In parallel, private real estate is riding a recapitalization wave, as investors use these strategies to unlock liquidity and extend hold periods amid refinancing pressures and elusive exits.

Healthcare Sector Sees Strategic Transactions and Emerging Trends

The healthcare and life sciences sector is witnessing strategic transactions, with private equity playing a significant role in consolidating and expanding businesses. Arlington Capital Partners has agreed to sell Riverpoint Medical to Novanta, a move that reflects ongoing portfolio management and value realization within the healthcare investment space. Industry experts are also tracking key trends, with Amber Walsh of McGuire Woods LLP discussing the momentum behind healthcare private equity and physician practice management in a recent podcast episode. These discussions highlight the sector's continued attractiveness and the evolving strategies employed by private equity firms to capitalize on growth opportunities.