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Last updated: July 4, 2026, 2:31 AM ET

Infrastructure Fundraising Surges Amidst Global Appetite

The infrastructure sector is experiencing a robust fundraising environment, with large-scale vehicles attracting significant capital. Conifer Infrastructure successfully closed its first fund at the $900 million hard-cap, targeting a 25% net IRR and having already deployed $190 million into hydroelectric, biogas, and helium platforms. Complementing this, Seraya Partners has reached the halfway mark for its $1.5 billion sophomore infrastructure fund, aiming for a final close by the end of 2026. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD is exploring infrastructure as a key area for nature-based finance, indicating a growing trend in sustainable investments within the sector. Meanwhile, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners is preparing to raise €16 billion for its latest renewables flagship, following the oversubscribed close of its previous fund at €12 billion. The Indian government is also a major player, with the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF contributing nearly half of the capital required for its $3.5 billion Infrastructure Fund II.

Asia-Pacific and Emerging Markets Driving Infra Growth

Asia-Pacific and emerging markets are proving to be significant hubs for infrastructure fundraising, with a strong emphasis on large-cap funds. KKR Asia Pacific Infrastructure Investors III is identified as a potentially dominant force in the region's 2026 fundraising efforts. I Squared Capital is actively deploying capital, co-investing $600 million with Altérra in a Peruvian power business, marking Altérra's first direct investment in Latin America. Samsung Asset Management is also looking to boost its infrastructure exposure, with a favorable view towards energy-related opportunities and an expanding risk appetite. The sector is seeing a comeback, with a total fundraising target of $1.2 trillion, though the question of who truly benefits from this surge remains. The I Squared Capital pipeline includes further activity from its APAC platform, alongside Ares' new infrastructure debt head and Stonepeak's pipeline exit.

Secondaries and Debt Strategies Gain Traction

The infrastructure market is also witnessing increased activity in secondary transactions and specialized debt strategies. AllianzGI is increasingly focusing on infrastructure secondaries, a segment that offers alternative entry points and liquidity. In terms of debt, Ares has appointed a new head for its infrastructure debt division, signaling continued investor interest in debt solutions within the asset class. The overall investor appetite for infrastructure remains strong, as evidenced by the Global Investor 75 report, which shows the world's largest institutional investors allocating a record $913.4 billion to the asset class, a nearly 15% increase year-on-year. Reinova is targeting a $500 million first close for its debut energy transition infrastructure fund, anticipating raising approximately two-thirds of its target within ten months.

Real Estate Capital Markets Show Diverse Activity

The real estate sector is characterized by diverse fundraising efforts and strategic appointments. Starwood Capital successfully closed its Fund XIII at $10.2 billion, exceeding its $10 billion goal despite launching in a challenging market environment. Aware Super has made its debut commitment to student housing with a €426 million pledge to a venture that also marks its first exposure to German real estate. In Australia, Centuria secured backing from a Japanese investor for a single-asset Sydney office fund, raising approximately A$268 million in equity for a 50% stake in World Square precinct properties. Urban Partners has appointed Jennifer Andersson, formerly of Niam, as its North American investor relations lead to deepen capital relationships in the US and Canada.

Manager Expansion and Emerging Manager Support

Real estate capital raising is also seeing movement among managers expanding their platforms and supporting emerging talent. Hawkeye Partners has hired Jennifer Ciullo, a former top capital raiser at Greystar, as it broadens its strategy from seeding emerging managers to launching its own real estate funds. Matter Real Estate has appointed an ex-Ares executive to lead its European expansion, hiring its first head of Europe to scale its residential platform on the continent. The industry's advisory firms are also being recognized, with PERE's inaugural placement agent detailing the top capital advisory firms by equity raised over the past year.

Healthcare Private Equity Sees Deal Activity

In the healthcare sector, private equity continues to drive deal-making. Arlington Capital Partners has agreed to sell Riverpoint Medical to Novanta, a transaction that underscores ongoing consolidation and strategic divestitures within the healthcare technology space. Discussions surrounding healthcare private equity trends highlight the sector's momentum, with Amber Walsh of McGuire Woods LLP discussing the driving forces behind private equity's engagement in healthcare.

Mid-Market Infrastructure Outperformance Noted

Despite the dominance of large-cap funds, the mid-market infrastructure segment continues to demonstrate superior investor benefits across various metrics. This performance raises questions about what limited partners gain from the broader market and what factors may be hindering wider adoption of mid-market strategies. Uniper is also seeing its "phoenix moment" through infrastructure fund activity, suggesting that specialized infrastructure plays can revitalize assets.