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DATA CENTER FINANCING AND SECURITIZATION

A Comprehensive Investment Guide to the Digital Infrastructure Market

The data center industry stands at the forefront of the digital economy, representing a unique intersection of real estate, technology, and finance. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of data center securitization, offering valuable insights for institutional investors, lenders, private equity firms, commercial real estate professionals, and economic development teams. While focusing on financing alternatives and securitization, it also provides readers with an in-depth foundation of data center operations and the multitude of factors affecting their growth. This report equips readers with a holistic understanding of the data center industry, from operational intricacies to complex financing structures, providing a solid foundation for navigating this rapidly evolving sector of the digital economy.

254 pages | 14 Chapters | Sources | Methodology | Comprehensive Appendix

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Data Center Market Growth and Securitization Expansion

Key Findings:

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  1. Technological Drivers: Artificial Intelligence (AI), edge computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT) are driving unprecedented demand for data processing and storage capabilities. The average power density of data centers is expected to reach 52 kW per rack by 2025, up from current averages of 6-8 kW.

  2. Securitization Structures: The market is witnessing the emergence of innovative securitization frameworks, including hybrid financing models and performance-linked structures, tailored to the unique characteristics of data center assets.

  3. Power and Sustainability: Energy consumption remains a critical challenge, with data centers accounting for about 1% of global electricity use. The industry is rapidly moving towards renewable energy sources, with solar projected to make up 21% of data center power by 2025.

  4. Risk Factors: Key risks include technological obsolescence, regulatory changes (particularly in data privacy and energy efficiency), cybersecurity threats, and market concentration. These factors necessitate sophisticated risk assessment and management strategies.

  5. Investor Base Evolution: The market is attracting a more diverse range of institutional investors, with potential for retail investor participation through new investment vehicles.

  6. Industry Consolidation: The shift towards hyperscale facilities and edge computing is reshaping the competitive landscape, with increased M&A activity expected as the industry matures.

The global data center market is projected to reach $456.6 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 10.64% from 2021-2030. The data center securitization market has experienced significant expansion, with issuance reaching $13.1 billion by September 2024, surpassing earlier forecasts of $12 billion.

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