According to informed sources, Blackstone Group LP is considering an initial public offering (IPO) for an acquisition company that would target data centers, with the aim of raising $2 billion. The individuals, who requested anonymity because the matter is private, indicated that the offering, led by Goldman Sachs Group, could commence its formal roadshow as early as this month. One source mentioned that Citigroup and Morgan Stanley are also among the lead arrangers for the deal.
The sources stated that Blackstone has conducted preliminary discussions with investors regarding this novel investment vehicle, which would provide shareholders an opportunity to gain exposure to the artificial intelligence boom. The company had confidentially filed relevant documents with U.S. regulators earlier this year.
Previous reports indicated that Blackstone had approached sovereign wealth funds and other institutional investors to secure anchor capital, with an ultimate goal of raising tens of billions of dollars from a broader investor base.
The sources cautioned that no final decision has been made, and the timing and structure of the transaction could still be subject to change.
Representatives for Blackstone, Goldman Sachs, Citigroup, and Morgan Stanley all declined to comment.
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