More than 90% of investors hold private equity and private credit in 2025, compared to 45% in 2021
In the first quarter of 2025, 58% of pension funds were overallocated to private equity
In a long-awaited change, Sweden has streamlined its five state funds into just three
Most managers are investing in private assets to benefit from returns and illiquidity premiums
Since 2012, private equity has outperformed all other asset classes within public pension portfolios
US institutional investors remain concerned about the lack of investment opportunities and risks of private assets
The energy transition and decarbonization ranked as the key driver of private market investments
Equity investors could capitalize on the shift by investing in S&P 500 sub-sectors that cater to older populations
California Public Employees’ Retirement System ranked at the top investor in private equity
Asset managers recognize diversification benefits of private markets but face liquidity concerns and difficulties when integrating these assets into their offerings
