Strong Fee Revenue and Earnings Growth
Fee revenue was up 16% year-over-year, while fee-related earnings (FRE) increased by 42%. FRE margins also improved by 500 basis points to 34%.
Capital Formation and Fundraising Success
DigitalBridge raised $6.1 billion in capital formation year-to-date, tracking 13% ahead of last year with a strong pipeline expected to exceed the $7 billion target.
Notable Transactions and Investments
Significant transactions include a $3.3 billion deal with Verizon for Vertical Bridge and a $2 billion equity raise for DataBank led by Australia Super.
Expansion in Private Wealth Channel
The private wealth channel has exceeded expectations with over $1 billion raised, surpassing the initial target of $600 million for 2024.