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Blackstone calls for more equity in AI infrastructure financing

At the Hong Kong Monetary Authority's Global Financial Leaders' Investment Summit, Blackstone President Jon Gray said the AI infrastructure buildout would require more equity financing as debt investors face concentration risks. Pimco CEO Emmanuel Roman warned that the scale of AI financing could be 'too much' for markets, citing about $10 trillion in AI-related capital expenditure over five years and $550 billion in AI debt issued this year. Goldman Sachs estimated $8.5 trillion in global data center spending over five years. Gray remained bullish on AI infrastructure, noting demand for computing power outpaced supply, and that spending on AI models across Blackstone's portfolio companies rose 20-fold in the past year.

• Blackstone President Jon Gray said AI infrastructure requires more equity financing due to debt concentration risks.
• Pimco CEO Emmanuel Roman warned AI financing could strain markets, citing ~$10 trillion in AI capex over five years.
• About $550 billion in AI debt has been issued this year.

General Atlantic Named to Inc.'s 2026 Founder-Friendly Investors List

General Atlantic has been named to Inc.'s 2026 Founder-Friendly Investors list, marking the firm's seventh consecutive year on the list. The annual ranking evaluates private equity, venture capital, and debt firms based on feedback from entrepreneurs regarding their growth partnerships. Additionally, General Atlantic Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Bill Ford was named to Inc.'s inaugural Founder Champions list.

• General Atlantic was recognized on Inc.'s Founder-Friendly Investors list for the seventh consecutive year in 2026.
• Bill Ford, Chairman and CEO of General Atlantic, was named to Inc.'s inaugural Founder Champions list.
• Inc.'s selection methodology is based on direct feedback from entrepreneurs regarding business growth during investor partnerships.

General Atlantic Named to Inc.’s 2026 Founder-Friendly Investors List

General Atlantic has been named to Inc.'s 2026 Founder-Friendly Investors list, marking the firm's seventh consecutive year of receiving this recognition. Additionally, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Bill Ford was named to Inc.'s inaugural Founder Champions list. The list recognizes private equity, venture capital, and debt firms based on feedback from entrepreneurs regarding business growth and partnership experience.

• General Atlantic was included on Inc.'s Founder-Friendly Investors list for the seventh consecutive year in 2026.
• Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Bill Ford was named an inaugural Founder Champion by Inc.
• The selection process is based on feedback directly from entrepreneurs concerning their growth and collaboration with investors.

Waymo Closes $5 Billion Debt Financing to Accelerate Business Expansion

On October 8, 2026, Waymo closed a $5 billion term loan, marking its first-ever debt financing round. The syndicated credit facility was led by PIMCO, Blackstone, and Sixth Street, with Goldman Sachs serving as the sole lead bookrunner. The new debt capital follows a $16 billion equity round closed earlier in 2026 and will fund the expansion of Waymo's autonomous ride-hailing operations across the United States and internationally.

• Waymo closed its first debt financing via a $5 billion term loan on October 8, 2026.
• PIMCO, Blackstone, and Sixth Street served as lead syndicated lenders, with Goldman Sachs acting as sole lead bookrunner.
• Significant lenders included Capital Group, Loomis Sayles, and T. Rowe Price, alongside additional institutional participants such as Apollo, Blue Owl, and Fidelity.

Sixth Street Announces Minority Investment in the Seattle Seahawks

Sixth Street announces a minority investment in the Seattle Seahawks, along with other recent announcements including Databricks growth, Pier House Resort acquisition, and Castle Trust Bank acquisition.