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JPMorgan Shifts to Power, Equitix Hires, La Caisse Buys Toll Road

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JPMorgan Private Bank’s Asia alternative team has sharpened its eye on infrastructure, preferring steady power‑generation assets over the buzz around AI data centres. The shift follows broader caution that the sector’s hype may overstate returns. Investors watching the bank’s allocation shifts will note the move away from speculative tech plays.

Equitix, the climate‑data platform, added three senior executives last week to bolster its analytics suite. The hires come as the firm scales its services for utilities and asset managers amid growing demand for carbon‑tracking tools. The appointments signal Equitix’s intent to deepen market penetration and support its £250‑million revenue target for 2025.

La Caisse, the Canadian pension fund, secured full ownership of the Windsor‑Loudoun toll corridor after a competitive bid. The 1,200‑km stretch, valued at roughly $4.5 billion, will allow the fund to lock in steady toll revenues while expanding its infrastructure portfolio in North America for long‑term.

These moves illustrate a broader shift toward tangible infrastructure assets as investors seek reliable cash flows. JPMorgan’s caution, Equitix’s talent build, and La Caisse’s acquisition all underscore the sector’s growing appeal amid volatile tech markets. Stakeholders should monitor how these decisions shape future capital flows.