Stonepeak Acquires Boundary Street Capital to Bolster Digital Infrastructure Investment

Deal News | Nov 12, 2024 | Stonepeak

Stonepeak, a leading alternative investment firm known for its focus on infrastructure and real assets, has announced its acquisition of Boundary Street Capital, a specialist in private credit investment management with a focus on digital infrastructure and technology. Boundary Street, which has capital commitments exceeding $700 million, is renowned for its expertise in the lower middle market, particularly in areas like digital services and technology infrastructure. The acquisition aligns with Stonepeak's strategic vision of expanding its digital infrastructure capabilities, fueled by the ongoing global digitalization trend. Stonepeak's established credit business, which has been active since 2018, will integrate Boundary Street’s platform, enhancing its ability to offer diverse financial solutions across different stages of business growth. Key figures at Stonepeak, including Co-President Jack Howell, view this acquisition as a catalyst for growth and an expansion of their credit organization, already benefiting from strategic hires like Michael Leitner. The transaction, set to be completed in Q4 2024, will empower Stonepeak to broaden its investment strategies, especially in AI-driven and cloud-based businesses, thereby offering greater value to its partners and stakeholders. Legal advisors for this transaction include firms like Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison and Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP.

Sectors

  • Private Equity
  • Infrastructure
  • Technology Services

Geography

  • United States of America – Stonepeak is headquartered in New York, and Boundary Street Capital is based in Alexandria, Virginia, making the U.S. the primary geography related to the acquisition.

Industry

  • Private Equity – The article discusses Stonepeak's acquisition of Boundary Street Capital, illustrating activities typical of the private equity sector, particularly focusing on investment in digital infrastructure and credit solutions.
  • Infrastructure – Both companies involved, Stonepeak and Boundary Street, focus on infrastructure investment, highlighting key sectors like digital infrastructure, energy, and transport.
  • Technology Services – Boundary Street's emphasis on technology and digital infrastructure sectors underscores the relevance of the technology services industry within the context of the acquisition.

Financials

  • $700 million – Capital commitments of Boundary Street Capital.

Participants

NameRoleTypeDescription
StonepeakAcquiring CompanyCompanyA leading alternative investment firm specializing in infrastructure and real assets with approximately $70 billion in assets under management.
Boundary Street CapitalTarget CompanyCompanyA private credit investment manager focusing on digital infrastructure, technology, and telecommunications in the lower middle market.
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLPLegal AdvisorCompanyProvided legal counsel to Stonepeak for the acquisition.
Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLPLegal AdvisorCompanyProvided additional legal counsel to Stonepeak for the acquisition.
Hogan LovellsLegal AdvisorCompanyProvided legal counsel to Boundary Street Capital for the acquisition.
Jack HowellCo-PresidentPersonCo-President of Stonepeak, involved in strategic decisions related to the acquisition.
Michael LeitnerSenior Managing DirectorPersonSenior managing director at Stonepeak, key in expanding Stonepeak's credit organization.
Rashad KawmyPartner and Co-FounderPersonCo-Founder of Boundary Street Capital, involved in the strategic direction and partnership with Stonepeak.