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Sep 23
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The data center surge: Building the back...

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In this episode, Fahmi Enam, head of Media Communications and Digital Infrastructure at J.P. Morgan Commercial Banking, is joined by Scott Wilcoxen, global head of Digital Infrastructure Investment Banking at J.P. Morgan. They dive deep into the world of digital infrastructure — exploring the critical role of data centers, fiber, and towers in powering today’s digital economy. The conversation covers the unprecedented scale of capital investment required for AI and cloud growth, the unique challenges and opportunities in assembling funding, and the evolving landscape of connectivity. Scott and Fahmi also discuss the risks of overbuilding, the importance of operational expertise, and how J.P. Morgan is positioned to support clients across the entire capital stack. Whether you’re an industry insider or just curious about the backbone of the internet, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of communications infrastructure.

 

This episode was recorded on September 10, 2025.

 

This material was prepared by certain personnel of JPMorgan Chase & Co. and its affiliates and subsidiaries worldwide and not the firm’s research department. It is for informational purposes only, is not intended as an offer or solicitation for the purchase, sale or tender of any financial instrument and does not constitute a commitment, undertaking, offer or solicitation by any JPMorgan Chase entity to extend or arrange credit or provide any other products or services to any person or entity. 

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