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Blackstone Acquires Shermco for $1.6B to Enhance Data Centers
10/8/2025
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Story summary
- Blackstone acquires Shermco Industries for $1.6 billion to bolster data center infrastructure and grid reliability.
- Shermco Industries provides lifecycle electrical services and operates over 40 service centers in U.S. and Canada.
- Blackstone aims to diversify its data center portfolio through acquisitions and partnerships.
- U.S. energy demand is projected to grow 50% by 2050; investments surpass $10 billion since 2021.
