Trends & Research

'Performance anxiety' prompts a rethink for investors

The proportion of LPs seeking to invest more in private equity has been hit by performance concerns, while Europe looks to benefit from US uncertainty.

LPs drill down into GPs’ long-term resilience

When it comes to fund due diligence in an uncertain market, investors are upping their focus on commercial fundamentals and talent plans.

ESG: A gap between reality and perception

Climate risk, DEI and other sustainability factors are still a focus for many investors – and GPs, it seems – despite the recent backlash against ESG.

LPs cool slightly on emerging managers

Amid a muted exit environment, fewer investors are looking to back new funds, as the focus stays on more established GPs.

LPs have mixed feelings about artificial intelligence

While some investors feel positive about AI’s impact on operations, others remain cautious and are closely monitoring their GPs’ use of the technology.

LP Perspectives 2026: Seven LP opinions that matter

Key takeaways from our annual survey tracking investor sentiment towards private equity and the wider private funds industry.

Investors remain vigilant amid macro uncertainty

LPs are keeping a close eye on trade and tariff developments, but are not changing their allocation strategies and investment portfolio mix yet.

LP Perspectives 2025: Methodology

How we conducted our annual study of LP views on private markets.

LPs take a bolder approach to new GP relationships

LPs are planning to allocate more capital to emerging managers and widen their GP relationship network.