Blue Owl Capital Receives Seven 2025 PERE and Infrastructure Investor Awards

Blue Owl (NYSE:OWL) received seven 2025 real assets awards—three from PERE and four from Infrastructure Investor—the most honors for any real assets manager this year.

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Blue Owl (NYSE:OWL) received seven 2025 real assets awards—three from PERE and four from Infrastructure Investor—the most honors for any real assets manager this year. The recognitions span net lease, data center, retail real estate, digital infrastructure and deal awards.

The firm highlighted completed deals in 2025, including the acquisition of IPI Partners, a majority investment in Gigabit Fiber, and financing the $27 billion Hyperion data center campus in Louisiana.

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• Seven industry awards across PERE and Infrastructure Investor
• Completed acquisition of IPI Partners in 2025
• Closed majority investment in Gigabit Fiber (Dallas)
• Financed the $27 billion Hyperion data center campus in Louisiana

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• None.

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Key Figures

Total awards: 7 awards PERE awards: 3 awards Infrastructure awards: 4 awards +1 more

Total awards

7 awards

2025 PERE and Infrastructure Investor recognitions

PERE awards

3 awards

2025 Private Equity Real Estate Awards

Infrastructure awards

4 awards

2025 Infrastructure Investor Awards

Hyperion financing

$27 billion

Hyperion data center campus in Louisiana

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Mar 03

5 events

1. Mar 03

   Earnings update

   24h Move

   -3.8%

   Large net losses and lack of revenue weighed on sentiment and shares.

2. Feb 18

   Earnings results

   24h Move

   -5.9%

   Detailed strong NAV, NII and new repurchase program alongside higher debt levels.

3. Feb 18

   Earnings results

   24h Move

   -5.9%

   Stable NII and small NAV decline with stock repurchases and asset sale plans.

4. Feb 18

   Asset sale

   24h Move

   -5.9%

   Sale of $1.4B in loans at near-par fair value to institutional buyers.

5. Feb 18

   Growth investment

   24h Move

   +1.9%

   Blue Owl-led $385M funding round in Vestwell supporting profitable, scaled growth.

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

Key Terms

net lease, digital infrastructure, data center

3 terms

net lease financial

"recognitions in PERE and Infrastructure Investor reflect Blue Owl's leading position in net lease and digital infrastructure."

A net lease is a real estate lease in which the tenant pays some or all property expenses—such as taxes, insurance and maintenance—in addition to base rent, so the landlord receives a steadier stream of income with fewer variable costs. For investors, net leases can behave like a bond: they offer predictable, long-term cash flow and lower property-management risk, but the investor still faces vacancy, credit and market-value risks.

digital infrastructure technical

"reflect Blue Owl's leading position in net lease and digital infrastructure. In 2025, the firm completed its acquisition of IPI Partners..."

Digital infrastructure consists of the underlying technology systems that enable the storage, transmission, and processing of digital information, such as internet networks, data centers, and cloud services. It functions like the roads and utilities that keep a city running, allowing digital activities to happen smoothly and reliably. For investors, strong digital infrastructure is essential because it supports the growth of digital services and can influence the stability and efficiency of the broader economy.

data center technical

"Global Data Center Investor of the Year (PERE)... financed the $27 billion Hyperion data center campus in Louisiana."

A data center is a secure facility that houses large numbers of computers, storage devices and networking gear that run, store and move digital information for businesses and online services. Investors treat data centers like modern warehouses: their occupancy, energy efficiency, connectivity and long-term service contracts drive steady revenue and capital needs, so changes in demand or costs can directly affect profitability and growth prospects.

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NEW YORK, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Owl Capital Inc. ("Blue Owl") (NYSE:OWL) today announced that it has been recognized with three awards in the 2025 Private Equity Real Estate (PERE) Awards and four awards in the 2025 Infrastructure Investor Awards, the highest number of honors awarded to any real assets manager this year.

The firm was named:

• Global Net Lease Investor of the Year (PERE)
• Global Data Center Investor of the Year (PERE)
• Global Retail Real Estate Investor of the Year (PERE)
• Global Digital Infrastructure Investor of the Year (Infrastructure Investor)
• Global Innovator of the Year (Infrastructure Investor)
• North America Digital Infrastructure Investor of the Year (Infrastructure Investor)
• North America Deal of the Year: Hyperion (Infrastructure Investor)

The annual PERE Awards honor investors, managers, advisors and industry professionals whose achievements have shaped the private real estate market over the past year. The Infrastructure Investor Awards recognize leading firms, funds and transactions across the global infrastructure industry. Determined by their respective editorial boards, the awards are considered among the most visible and respected recognitions in the private real assets sector.

The recognitions in PERE and Infrastructure Investor reflect Blue Owl's leading position in net lease and digital infrastructure. In 2025, the firm completed its acquisition of IPI Partners, completed a majority investment in Dallas-based Gigabit Fiber, and financed the $27 billion Hyperion data center campus in Louisiana.

"We are truly honored to be recognized by both PERE and Infrastructure Investor spanning seven total awards, all of which reinforce the strength of our integrated real assets platform, the dedication of our team and the continued trust of our partners," said Marc Zahr, Co-President and Global Head of Real Assets at Blue Owl. "We remain focused on our mission to deliver the highest current cash flow and total return while taking the least amount of risk."

About Blue Owl

Blue Owl (NYSE: OWL) is a leading asset manager that is redefining alternatives^®. With over $307 billion in assets under management as of December 31, 2025, we invest across three multi-strategy platforms: Credit, Real Assets and GP Strategic Capital. Anchored by a strong permanent capital base, we provide businesses with private capital solutions to drive long-term growth and offer institutional investors, individual investors, and insurance companies differentiated alternative investment opportunities that aim to deliver strong performance, risk-adjusted returns, and capital preservation.

Together with approximately 1,365 experienced professionals globally, Blue Owl brings the vision and discipline to create the exceptional. To learn more, visit www.blueowl.com or LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blue-owl-capital

Accolades & awards disclosure

Accolades are independently determined and awarded by their respective publications. Accolades can be based on a variety of criteria including recognition by peers, strategy innovation, growth of assets under management, length of service, client satisfaction, type of clientele and more. Neither Blue Owl nor its employees pay a fee in exchange for these ratings.

This is for informational purposes only and is not an offer or solicitation for any fund and does not constitute investment, financial, or other advice or a recommendation regarding any securities of or any fund or vehicle managed by Blue Owl. No warranty is made as to the completeness or accuracy of this information, and the views and opinions set forth herein are subject to change without notice.

PERE award selection methodology    

PERE is an editorially driven awards process, meaning their editors review the submission and subjectively decide who the winners are. The criteria they consider are:

• Fundraising and Deployment: Highlighting significant capital raised and invested within the LTM.
• Market Impact: Evidence of innovative strategies, navigating volatility, sector-defining deals, etc.
• Performance Metrics: For specific categories, performance metrics may be considered.

Infrastructure Investor award selection methodology    

Investor of the Year categories are decided based on the firm's activities during the 12-month judging period, prioritizing milestones like funds that reached a final close, deals (both acquisitions and exits) closed on during the 12-month period, and also deals announced that might not have yet closed, and other significant events. The Deal of the Year categories aim to reward deals that are of particular importance during the 12-month judging period, not only in terms of size but also impact in the industry. The Innovator of the Year category concerns milestones achieved by the firm during the judging period that we feel have helped move the asset class forward and are unique in their scope.

Investor Contact

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Head of Investor Relations
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SOURCE Blue Owl Capital

FAQ

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Which awards did Blue Owl (OWL) win in the 2025 PERE Awards and Infrastructure Investor Awards?

Blue Owl won seven awards across PERE and Infrastructure Investor in 2025, the most for any real assets manager. According to the company, honors included Global Net Lease Investor, Global Data Center Investor, and Global Retail Real Estate Investor, plus four infrastructure awards.

What is the significance of the $27 billion Hyperion financing mentioned by Blue Owl (OWL)?

The Hyperion financing represents a large-scale data center transaction valued at $27 billion. According to the company, financing the Hyperion campus in Louisiana underscores Blue Owl's scale in digital infrastructure and its role in major project funding.

Did Blue Owl (OWL) complete any acquisitions or investments in 2025 tied to these awards?

Yes. Blue Owl completed the acquisition of IPI Partners and a majority investment in Gigabit Fiber in 2025. According to the company, these deals support its integrated real assets platform and expansion in net lease and digital infrastructure.

How do the 2025 awards affect Blue Owl's (OWL) positioning in real assets investing?

The awards reinforce Blue Owl's leading position in net lease and digital infrastructure investing. According to the company, the recognitions reflect its integrated platform, team execution, and partner trust across real assets strategies.

Which specific Infrastructure Investor Awards did Blue Owl (OWL) receive in 2025?

Blue Owl received four Infrastructure Investor Awards in 2025, including Global Digital Infrastructure Investor and North America Deal of the Year for Hyperion. According to the company, awards also included Global Innovator and North America Digital Infrastructure Investor.

Will Blue Owl's (OWL) award recognition likely change its deal-sourcing or partner activity?

Award recognition can enhance visibility and credibility with partners and counterparties in real assets markets. According to the company, the seven awards highlight its platform strength and may support continued partner engagement and deal activity.