Blackstone (BX) Lands $8.7 Billion Energy Fund Close While Pursuing India Deal

Blackstone (NYSE:BX) announced a final close of US$8.7b for its Energy Transition Partners V fund on 20 October 2026. The Energy Transition Partners V vehicle is focused on financing projects and companies linked to the global shift toward cleaner energy. Blackstone is in active discussions to invest US$400m to US$500m for a significant minority stake in Accord Software Systems in India. The US$8.7b Energy Transition Partners V close and Accord Software talks are worth setting against the...