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Equinix (EQIX) and CPP Investments have completed the US$4 billion acquisition of atNorth, a Nordic data center developer and operator with eight active sites and multiple projects across all five Nordic countries.

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Equinix (EQIX) and CPP Investments have completed the US$4 billion acquisition of atNorth, a Nordic data center developer and operator with eight active sites and multiple projects across all five Nordic countries.

CPP Investments will hold about 51% of atNorth with a US$1.3 billion commitment, Equinix about 34% with US$895 million, and Partners Group about 10% with US$260 million, with the remainder owned by atNorth insiders. The deal is supported by a US$4.1 billion (€3.6 billion) financing package from European and Canadian lenders and is described as immediately accretive to Equinix’s adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) per share. atNorth will continue to operate independently under its existing brand, with Equinix contributing digital infrastructure expertise and global customer relationships.

Positive

• US$4 billion atNorth acquisition completed, expanding Equinix’s Nordic data center presence
• Equinix commits US$895 million for an estimated 34% stake in atNorth
• Transaction supported by a US$4.1 billion (€3.6 billion) financing package for growth and expansion
• Deal described as immediately accretive to Equinix’s AFFO per share

Negative

• None.

Market Context

EQIX rose 0.44% on August 5 after its ANA cloud-network partnership. That record adds a mixed histor...

Analysis

EQIX rose 0.44% on August 5 after its ANA cloud-network partnership. That record adds a mixed historical benchmark for this acquisition, while recent insider activity was net selling and execution remains relevant.

Key Figures

Acquisition value: US$4 billion Operational data centers: eight Partners Group stake: 10% +5 more

8 metrics

Acquisition value US$4 billion atNorth acquisition

Operational data centers eight atNorth footprint

Partners Group stake 10% atNorth ownership

CPP Investments stake c. 51% controlling atNorth stake

CPP Investments commitment US$1.3 billion atNorth acquisition

Equinix stake c. 34% atNorth ownership

Equinix commitment US$895 million atNorth acquisition

Financing package US$4.1 billion (€3.6 billion) transaction financing and expansion capital

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Aug 27 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Aug 27	Foundation investment	Positive	-0.3%	Equinix committed an additional $50 million to its Foundation
Aug 11	Regulatory standards	Positive	-1.1%	Equinix supported Texas standards for responsible data center growth
Aug 6	Utility partnership	Positive	-0.3%	Equinix agreed to fund grid infrastructure for Hampton facility demand
Aug 5	Customer partnership	Positive	+0.4%	ANA deployed Equinix Fabric for centralized cloud network connectivity
Jul 29	Quarterly dividend	Positive	+3.9%	Equinix declared a $5.16 per-share quarterly cash dividend

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent positive corporate updates more often diverged from the stock's initial reaction than aligned with it.

Key Terms

colocation, built-to-suit, hyperscale, adjusted funds from operations (affo)

4 terms

colocation technical

"a scalable portfolio of high-density colocation and built-to-suit data facilities"

Colocation is the practice of placing a trader’s computer servers inside or next to an exchange’s data center so their orders travel the shortest possible distance to the exchange’s computers. For investors this matters because even tiny gains in speed can mean better trade prices or reduced slippage—like being first in line at a checkout—so firms that colocate can gain steady, measurable advantages or incur extra costs that affect returns.

built-to-suit technical

"high-density colocation and built-to-suit data facilities"

A built-to-suit arrangement is a real estate deal where a landlord or developer constructs a building specifically to a tenant’s requirements and then leases it, often under a long-term contract. For investors this matters because it can create steady, predictable rental income and low vacancy—like renting a custom-made tool that fits one worker perfectly—but it can also mean higher upfront cost and limited appeal to other tenants if the original renter leaves.

hyperscale technical

"global enterprise and hyperscale customers across AI, cloud"

Hyperscale describes the ability of a system or operation to grow rapidly and handle extremely large amounts of work or data. It’s like a massive factory that can quickly expand its production capacity to meet soaring demand. For investors, hyperscale indicates a business’s potential to scale efficiently, often leading to increased growth and profitability.

adjusted funds from operations (affo) financial

"immediately accretive upon close to Equinix's adjusted funds from operations (AFFO)"

Adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) is a cash-based measure used mainly for real estate companies that starts with net income and removes accounting items plus recurring maintenance costs to show the cash a property business actually generates for owners. Think of it like a household budget: after counting your income, AFFO subtracts routine upkeep and tenant turnover bills so investors can see the money likely available for dividends or reinvestment. It matters because it gives a clearer picture of sustainable cash flow than raw accounting profit.

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In the news release, CPP Investments and Equinix Complete atNorth Acquisition to Support Growth of Leading Nordic Data Center Platform, issued 02-Sep-2026 by Equinix, Inc. over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that changes have been made. The complete, corrected release follows, with additional details at the end:

CPP Investments and Equinix Complete atNorth Acquisition to Support Growth of Leading Nordic Data Center Platform

TORONTO and AMSTERDAM, Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) and Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the world's digital infrastructure company^®, have completed the acquisition of atNorth, a leading Nordic data center developer and operator with a scalable portfolio of high-density colocation and built-to-suit data facilities.

atNorth's footprint spans across all five Nordic countries, with eight operational data centers and several new projects underway across the territory. This includes sites under development in Sweden, Finland, Norway and Denmark, alongside expansions to existing sites and a strong portfolio of additional development projects.

Together, the operating portfolio and development pipeline provide atNorth with significant capacity to serve growing demand from global enterprise and hyperscale customers across AI, cloud and high-performance computing workloads, supported by advanced cooling technologies, renewable energy integration and heat reuse solutions.

The US$4 billion acquisition, by CPP Investments and Equinix, builds on CPP Investments' global experience in data center investing and underscores the strategic importance of the Nordics as a leading hub for AI-ready digital infrastructure. atNorth will continue to operate independently under its existing brand, with the backing of its shareholders to accelerate development of its pipeline and expand capacity across the Nordics. Equinix brings complementary digital infrastructure expertise and global customer relationships to support atNorth's continued growth.

Given the strength of the opportunity and confidence in the partnership since the initial announcement, Partners Group, on behalf of its clients, has elected to re-invest and acquire a 10% stake in atNorth. As a result, CPP Investments will hold a c. 51% controlling stake committing US$1.3 billion, alongside Equinix's c. 34% committing US$895 million and Partners Group's c. 10% committing US$260 million. The remainder will be held by atNorth's internal stakeholders, who have chosen to roll over a substantial portion of their equity. The transaction involves a financing package of US$4.1 billion (€3.6 billion), underwritten by a group of European and Canadian lenders to support atNorth's continuous growth, fund the transaction, as well as the capital required to fund the expansion of the business. The transaction is immediately accretive upon close to Equinix's adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) per share.

"The completion of this investment gives CPP Investments a controlling stake in one of the Nordics' leading hyperscale data center platforms, and marks an important milestone in our partnership with Equinix," said Maximilian Biagosch, Senior Managing Director & Global Head of Real Assets, CPP Investments. "With its strong portfolio of development projects, access to renewable power and differentiated capabilities for AI and high-performance computing workloads, atNorth is well positioned to support the region's next phase of growth. This important transaction also aligns with CPP Investments' focus on investing in high-quality digital infrastructure businesses that can deliver long-term value for CPP contributors and beneficiaries."

"The acquisition will strengthen our ability to support customers expanding digital and AI deployments, while increasing capacity in a region widely recognised for its advanced technology ecosystem and sustainable energy profile," said Regina Dahlström, Managing Director, Equinix Nordics. "As AI adoption accelerates, organisations need infrastructure that brings together data, clouds, networks and inference services. Expanding our footprint helps create the interconnected hubs that enable data to move efficiently and securely across ecosystems."

"Since the signing announcement earlier this year, atNorth has continued to build strong momentum, securing new hyperscale contracts and expanding our development pipeline, including a new site in Norway", said Eyjólfur Magnús Kristinsson, CEO of atNorth. "We enter this next phase from a position of strength, with a clear strategy to continue to operate independently under the atNorth brand, while working closely with CPP Investments and Equinix. The backing of our new owners, enhances our ability to scale at pace, expand capacity across the Nordics, and deepen our relationships with global enterprise and hyperscale customers."

About Equinix
Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX) shortens the path to boundless connectivity anywhere in the world. Its digital infrastructure, data center footprint and interconnected ecosystems empower innovations that enhance our work, life and planet. Equinix connects economies, countries, organizations and communities, delivering seamless digital experiences and cutting-edge AI—quickly, efficiently and everywhere.

About CPP Investments
Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments™) is a professional investment management organization that manages the Canada Pension Plan Fund in the best interest of the more than 22 million contributors and beneficiaries. In order to build diversified portfolios of assets, we make investments around the world in public equities, private equities, real estate, infrastructure, fixed income and alternative strategies including in partnership with funds. Headquartered in Toronto, with offices in Hong Kong, London, Mumbai, New York City, São Paulo and Sydney, CPP Investments is governed and managed independently of the Canada Pension Plan and at arm's length from governments. At June 30, 2026, the Fund totalled C$863.6 billion.

For more information, please visit www.cppinvestments.com or follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram or on X @CPPInvestments.

About atNorth
atNorth is a leading Nordic data center company that offers cost-effective, scalable high-density colocation and built-to-suit services trusted by industry-leading organizations. 

With sustainability at its core, atNorth's data centers run on renewable energy resources and support circular economy principles. All atNorth sites leverage innovative design, power efficiency, and intelligent operations to provide long-term infrastructure and flexible colocation deployments. 

atNorth is headquartered in Reykjavik, Iceland and operates eight data centers in strategic locations across the Nordics, as well as four mega sites under development across Kouvola, inland, Ølgod, Denmark, Sollefteå, Sweden and Haugaland, Norway. The business also has an additional metro site under development in Stockholm, Sweden.

For more information, visit atNorth.com or follow atNorth on LinkedIn.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from expectations discussed in such forward-looking statements, including statements related to the acquisition of atNorth, the joint agreement between CPP investments and Equinix and the expected benefits from the acquisition or the joint agreement. Factors that might cause such differences include, but are not limited to; risks to our business and operating results related to the current inflationary environment; foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations; stock price fluctuations; increased costs to procure power and the general volatility in the global energy market; the challenges of building and operating IBX^® and xScale^® data centers, including those related to sourcing suitable power and land, and any supply chain constraints or increased costs of supplies; the challenges of developing, deploying and delivering Equinix products and solutions; unanticipated costs or difficulties relating to the integration of companies we have acquired or will acquire into Equinix; a failure to receive significant revenues from customers in recently built out or acquired data centers, including the atNorth data centers; failure to complete any financing arrangements contemplated from time to time; competition from existing and new competitors; the ability to generate sufficient cash flow or otherwise obtain funds to repay new or outstanding indebtedness; the loss or decline in business from our key customers; risks related to our taxation as a REIT; risks related to regulatory inquiries or litigation; and other risks described from time to time in Equinix filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. In particular, see recent and upcoming Equinix quarterly and annual reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, copies of which are available upon request from Equinix. Equinix does not assume any obligation to update the forward-looking information contained in this press release. 

 

Correction: The fifth paragraph has been updated.

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FAQ

What acquisition involving atNorth did Equinix (EQIX) complete on September 2, 2026?

Equinix and CPP Investments completed a US$4 billion acquisition of atNorth, a Nordic data center developer and operator with eight operational data centers and several new projects underway across all five Nordic countries.

How large is Equinix’s ownership stake in atNorth after the US$4 billion deal?

Equinix will hold an estimated 34% stake in atNorth, committing US$895 million. CPP Investments will hold about 51%, and Partners Group about 10%, with the remainder owned by atNorth’s internal stakeholders.

What financing supports the Equinix (EQIX) and CPP Investments acquisition of atNorth?

The transaction is backed by a US$4.1 billion (€3.6 billion) financing package underwritten by European and Canadian lenders. It is intended to fund the acquisition itself and provide capital for atNorth’s ongoing growth and expansion projects.

Is the atNorth acquisition accretive to Equinix’s AFFO per share?

The transaction is described as immediately accretive upon close to Equinix’s adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) per share, indicating that Equinix expects the acquisition to enhance its AFFO on a per-share basis from closing.

Will atNorth continue to operate independently after the Equinix (EQIX) acquisition?

Yes. atNorth will continue to operate independently under its existing brand. The company is backed by CPP Investments, Equinix and Partners Group, who aim to accelerate its development pipeline and expand capacity across the Nordics.

What role does Partners Group play in the atNorth transaction with Equinix (EQIX)?

Partners Group, on behalf of its clients, chose to re-invest and acquire a 10% stake in atNorth, committing about US$260 million. This participation follows the initial announcement and reflects confidence in the platform and partnership.

How does the atNorth acquisition expand Equinix’s position in the Nordic data center market?

Through atNorth, Equinix gains exposure to a Nordic platform with eight operational data centers and multiple developments across Sweden, Finland, Norway and Denmark, targeting AI, cloud and high-performance computing workloads using renewable energy and advanced cooling.