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Last updated: August 5, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Infrastructure Fundraising Momentum

KKR has achieved a significant milestone with the final close of its latest flagship infrastructure fund at $19.2 billion. This fund marks KKR's largest fundraising effort to date, surpassing the $17 billion gathered for its predecessor fund in March 2022. Agallas Equities is planning its inaugural Caribbean-focused infrastructure fund with a target of $5 billion. This fund is specifically targeting major projects within the Dominican Republic and its surrounding regions. Early interest in Agallas Equities' fund has been observed from family offices based in Gulf states.

Australian Superannuation Landscape

Aware Super is on track to surpass A$250 billion in assets under management following merger discussions with Prime Super. This proposed merger would add Prime Super's approximately A$8 billion in assets under management to Aware Super's substantial capital base. Danish fund Industriens Pension, with €37 billion in assets, maintains a consistent approach to the infrastructure asset class despite prevailing geopolitical turbulence. Mikkel Kjaersgaard Head of Infrastructure at the fund, has discussed the firm's strategies regarding co-investments and secondary market activities.

Healthcare and Life Sciences Transactions

Altaris has announced its intention to acquire the Life Sciences & Healthcare business from Clarivate. This transaction signifies a notable move within the healthcare and life sciences private equity sector. Discussions are underway regarding the growth and capital strategies within the medical spa industry, involving Amanda Blank, CEO of Founders Beauty Group. The broader infrastructure sector is proving to be a strong area for KKR's real assets unit, while Nuveen is experiencing high-profile exits from its clean energy division. Kuwait has successfully secured the largest foreign direct investment deal ever, valued at $16 billion, highlighting significant global capital flows. Some market participants are questioning whether transport packaging assets represent the complete package for infrastructure investors, leaving the ultimate decision to limited partners.