Our fourth annual study, built on insights from nearly 500 senior executives¹ at top buy-side firms, reveals a new reality – what were once emerging trends are now essential strategies.

• Democratization: The industry is witnessing a transition towards more inclusive and accessible investment opportunities, breaking barriers for a wider range of investors. 55 percent of survey respondents believe that at least half, if not more, of private markets fundraising will come through semi-liquid retail-style vehicles within the next two years.
• Focus on quality: There is an increased emphasis on high-quality assets and investments, ensuring long-term value and stability in portfolios. Our latest data suggests that the move from quantity to quality is now entrenched in investment strategies.
• AI adoption: Next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are being integrated into investment strategies, enhancing decision-making processes and driving innovation. 83 percent of institutions recognize the value of GenAI-based large language models (LLMs) to generate analyzable data and usable insights from unstructured information across various areas within their private markets operations.

These trends aren’t on the horizon – they’re happening now. The industry is progressing from talk to action and investors are moving fast. Discover how top investors are navigating through this transformation in our exclusive report.