Pension funds are increasingly investing in high-growth sectors like technology, evidenced by major transactions such as the acquisition of Qualtrics International Inc. for $10.44 billion.

Target Information

The target of recent pension fund investments is primarily the technology, media, and telecommunications sector, which has seen significant funding. A noteworthy transaction includes the collaboration between the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Silver Lake Technology Management in their acquisition of Qualtrics International Inc., a leader in experience management software, for $10.44 billion. This acquisition exemplifies the growing role of pension funds in large-scale M&A activities.

Furthermore, Radius Global Infrastructure Inc. was acquired for $3 billion by an investor consortium led by Public Sector Pension Investment Board and EQT AB (publ). These movements indicate a robust interest from pension funds seeking to diversify their portfolios while maximizing returns from high-growth industries.

Industry Overview in the Target’s Country

The pension fund industry, particularly in Canada, has been witnessing a remarkable growth trajectory. In Q1 2025 alone, pension schemes participating in mergers and acquisitions totaled $15.2 billion across 24 disclosed tran