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Digital Infrastructure Q1 2025 Industry Update Summary

Introduction

This report provides an overview of the digital infrastructure industry for the first quarter of 2025, focusing on key trends in broadband, data centers, wireless infrastructure, and related sectors. It includes industry updates, notable transactions, public market performance, and services offered by Houlihan Lokey.

Key Industry Trends

• Broadband: Significant consolidation continues, with major players like AT&T and Lumen repositioning assets to streamline operations. U.S. and European markets see increased coverage, driven by investments in full-fiber networks, though regulatory challenges persist.
• Data Centers: Growth is fueled by AI and cloud demand, with companies like CoreWeave conducting IPOs at high valuations. Europe shows strong expansion, but power constraints and land issues affect development.
• Wireless Infrastructure: Mergers and capital raises dominate, with focus on 5G deployment and network densification. Public spending on mobile infrastructure remained moderate, but government auctions aim to boost connectivity.

Q1 2025 Transactions Highlights

Notable deals include:

• Zayo's acquisition of Crown Castle's Fiber Solutions business for approximately $4.25 billion.
• FullFibre and Zzoomm merging to create one of the largest full-fiber footprints in the UK.
• CoreWeave's $11.9 billion contract with OpenAI, underscoring AI-driven infrastructure needs.

Public Markets Overview

Market valuations reflect stability, with EV/EBITDA ratios around 20-25x in data centers. Data centers and managed services show strong growth, while wireless infrastructure faces volatility. Key players like American Tower and Crown Castle saw weighted price increases, indicating sector resilience.

Appendix

Houlihan Lokey leads as a strategic advisor in M&A, capital solutions, and valuation, supported by deep industry expertise and a global network. The firm's market position highlights its role in advancing digital infrastructure.

Note: The content is derived from the provided report and focuses on key insights without original claims.