RBC Analyst Jon Atkin Resigned From Firm
The departure follows an industry conference in Chicago where the analyst interviewed Equinix leadership.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Data Centers
RBC analyst Jon Atkin has resigned from his position at the firm. The resignation occurred last week following an RBC industry conference held in Chicago.
Why it matters
The transition marks a change in the coverage landscape for financial analysts focused on the data center and infrastructure sectors. It follows Atkin's recent public engagement with industry executives, specifically an interview with the chief financial officer of Equinix.
The resignation follows an industry conference in Chicago, where Atkin interviewed Equinix chief financial officer Olivier Leonetti. The specific terms of the departure remain undisclosed.
The players
Jon Atkin
An analyst formerly covering the data center and infrastructure sectors at RBC.
Olivier Leonetti
The chief financial officer of Equinix, a firm that manages global interconnection and data center facilities.
RBC
A global financial institution providing research, investment banking, and capital market services.
The details
Atkin served as a lead analyst providing market insights and coverage for the firm. His final documented professional activity before the resignation involved a sit-down session with Olivier Leonetti, the chief financial officer of Equinix—a global operator of data centers and internet exchange points. The interview was hosted as part of an RBC-sponsored industry event in Chicago.
Timeline
September 2026: Jon Atkin resigned from his position.
The Tech Race
This move arrives in the wake of the 2026 RBC conference in Chicago, a gathering focused on the competitive dynamics of the data center industry. The departure of a senior analyst creates a notable gap in the research landscape for firms tracking digital infrastructure investments.
Clients and observers who rely on RBC research for data center sector coverage will see a change in analytical leadership. The firm has not yet announced a timeline for naming a replacement or reassigning coverage responsibilities.
The takeaway
The firm now faces a gap in its research coverage as it pivots away from the analyst's tenure. Interested parties should monitor upcoming research notes and analyst updates from RBC for clarity on future sector coverage.
Further reading
For broader trends in the industry, see our analysis on Data Centers.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Australian Financial Review.
