SoftBank Group (TYO:9984) is exploring project financing for its $500 billion Stargate AI venture with OpenAI, Bloomberg reported Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter.
The plan would see SoftBank, OpenAI, Oracle, and Abu Dhabi's MGX contribute 10% in equity, with debt covering the rest.
The initiative, targeting AI data centers and power infrastructure, begins with a $100 billion investment. SoftBank may use preferred equity, mezzanine debt, and loans, though terms remain uncertain.
Rising competition from China's DeepSeek and Elon Musk's bid for OpenAI add uncertainty.
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