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Last updated: July 9, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

Infrastructure Sector Sees Steady Inflows and Strategic Shifts

Australia's Rest pension fund is committed to infrastructure investments, with its new head of private markets, Marina Pasika, stating the fund will continue deploying capital into the asset class, citing the long-term horizons that benefit its young member base continues deploying. Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank is set to acquire a 15% stake in Morrison, initially investing $500 million across two of Morrison's funds as part of a broader partnership that includes a $1.5 billion capital-raising agreement. JPMorgan Private Bank also intends to significantly increase its infrastructure exposure, with global head of real assets Tiffany Lewis outlining plans to build relationships with general partners in the sector. Quinbrook has achieved a £587 million final close for its second UK renewables fund, reaching its target in approximately 18 months, supported by strong re-up rates from its previous strategy. HMC Capital has launched Illuma Energy, its energy transition platform, after pivoting its fundraising strategy from an initial plan for a A$2 billion fundraise. RGreen has closed its fourth infrastructure debt fund, while Antin has opened a new office in Melbourne, and KKR has acquired EDF's North American power business for $4.2 billion.

Real Estate Markets Navigate Performance and Portfolio Adjustments

Ohio Teachers, with $8 billion in real estate holdings, plans to continue divesting office assets and reduce its exposure to REITs, prioritizing industrial and retail properties as it repositions its portfolio to focus on income-producing assets. Norwegian wealth fund Norges Bank Investment Management is doubling down on its US retail presence with a $500 million commitment, extending its partnership with Charlotte-based Asana Partners and following a recent investment in US shopping center owner ECHO Realty is doubling down. Capital raised for value-add real estate funds has surged, reflecting a scarcity of major fund launches or closures in the opportunistic space, as these strategies move into greater focus has surged. Managers are assessing the potential impact of a new prime minister on the UK private real estate market and its appeal to global investors are assessing. Japan’s Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF) has appointed a sole head of real estate, consolidating leadership under one of its former co-heads and ending a dual-leadership structure has appointed a sole head. CNP ADC is actively seeking experienced investment consultants with a strong track record in due diligence across various asset classes is actively seeking.

Data Centers and Healthcare Private Equity Show Active Dealmaking

Data centers are experiencing rapid evolution in their contractual structures, according to S&P, though growing demand continues to support their creditworthiness are experiencing. Cleargate Capital Partners has invested in Fellow Health Partners, signaling continued activity in the healthcare and life sciences private equity sector has invested. The Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast featured an episode discussing why infusion services have become a notable area for private equity investment.