SoftBank Nears Acquisition of DigitalBridge, Stock Soars 44.29%
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 29 2025- Stock Surge: DigitalBridge Group, Inc. shares jumped to $20.10 in premarket trading on December 29, 2025, up $6.17 or 44.29% from the previous close, reflecting strong market reaction to acquisition news.
- Acquisition Talks: Reports from Bloomberg indicate that SoftBank Group is in advanced discussions to acquire DigitalBridge, a private equity firm specializing in digital infrastructure investments, aligning with SoftBank's strategy to capitalize on the AI-driven surge in demand for data centers.
- Asset Management Scale: DigitalBridge manages approximately $108 billion in infrastructure assets, including data centers and fiber networks, and the acquisition would further enhance SoftBank's position in the digital infrastructure market.
- Market Performance Comparison: Despite a 29.40% decline over the past five years, DigitalBridge has achieved a year-to-date return of 23.77%, outperforming the S&P 500's 17.82%, demonstrating resilience amid market volatility.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
