CPP Investments and Equinix to Acquire atNorth for US$4 Billion

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• The transaction demonstrates CPP Investments' conviction and commitment to the data center sector where demand continues to accelerate

  80% confidence

• The acquisition illustrates the strategic importance of the region as Europe's rising AI powerhouse

  80% confidence

• The opportunity allows CPP Investments to deploy capital at scale into a high-quality platform to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns

  80% confidence

• The scalable sites of atNorth are very complementary to Equinix's connectivity services and global footprint

  80% confidence

• The acquisition is expected to enhance Equinix's ability to help customers unlock the full potential of the Nordics' expanding digital landscape

  80% confidence

• This acquisition is a powerful validation of atNorth's journey and its market position as the leading Nordics data center platform

  80% confidence

• The transaction is expected to be immediately accretive upon close to Equinix's adjusted funds from operations (AFFO) per share

  80% confidence

• The Nordics are an attractive market for data center growth

  80% confidence

• atNorth will continue to operate independently under the atNorth brand, preserving dedication to communities and culture

  80% confidence

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