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title: "3 REITs to Watch as AI Data Center Spending Surpasses Office Construction"
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description: "Data center construction has reached a record $45 billion annual rate, surpassing office building spending. Investors may consider Iron Mountain, Digital Realty, and Equinix for income and AI exposure. Despite a Moderate Buy rating for Iron Mountain, analysts suggest other stocks may be better investments."
datetime: "2026-05-07T17:00:00.000Z"
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# 3 REITs to Watch as AI Data Center Spending Surpasses Office Construction

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## Should You Invest $1,000 in Iron Mountain Right Now?

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