Recent #Infrastructure news in the semiconductor industry

4 months ago
1. Brookfield Infrastructure Partners is a diversified infrastructure investor with strong FFO growth, focusing on Transportation, Utilities, Midstream, and Data sectors. 2. BIP is prioritizing the Data segment, allocating 72% of its capital backlog to data centers, which are poised for significant growth. 3. BIP has a low FFO payout ratio, aiming for 10% annual growth and offering a 5% dividend yield, with potential for future hikes.
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8 months ago
➀ Dholera, a 'smart city' twice the size of Mumbai, is poised to house India's first semiconductor fabrication plant, marking a significant milestone in the country's semiconductor aspirations. ➁ Dr. Kuldeep Arya discusses the infrastructure advantages of Dholera SIR, including its semiconductor-grade water and power supply, positioning it as the foundation for India's Silicon Valley. ➂ The region is investing in robust utility infrastructure, including dual-source power and renewable energy, to support a thriving semiconductor ecosystem. ➃ Connectivity projects are underway to enhance logistics and global market access. ➄ Innovative plug-and-play facilities are being developed to attract semiconductor units. ➅ Beyond semiconductors, Dholera is attracting investments in high-tech sectors like EVs and renewable energy. ➆ The city is designed with modern amenities to cater to the foreign workforce in the semiconductor industry.
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9 months ago
➀ The HPC market, including servers and cloud, was valued at $372 billion in 2023, with a slight decrease from 2022. ➁ The on-prem HPC server market was $150 billion in 2023, expected to grow to $163 billion in 2024. ➂ HPC cloud market is projected to grow strongly, with a 21% increase in spending on public cloud resources for HPC workloads. ➃ HPC/AI storage continues to be the fastest-growing element, accounting for about 21% of on-prem HPC spending. ➄ Quantum computing market is expected to reach $15 billion by 2026, with a 22.1% annual growth rate.
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11 months ago
1. Cohen & Steers Infrastructure Fund (UTF) offers a monthly dividend and a diversified portfolio of utility and infrastructure investments. 2. The fund's portfolio includes top utility companies and REITs, such as American Tower Corporation, Southern Company, and NextEra Energy. 3. Emerging technologies and increased demand for electricity, driven by AI and data centers, are expected to benefit UTF's portfolio over the next five years.
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11 months ago
1. The author added to or initiated positions in five closed-end funds in June 2024, while selling out of two positions. 2. The market's upward trend was primarily driven by mega-cap tech stocks, with narrow participation. 3. The author discusses the strategy behind each investment decision, considering factors such as market trends, fund performance, and potential for future growth.
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