BlackRock – Private Markets Outlook, 2026

The main theme of the report is the evolution of private markets and their role in the new investment era.

BlackRock aims to stay at the forefront of this evolution. Key findings include: Private assets are becoming a key component of portfolio strategy. Private markets are becoming more transparent, holistic, and accessible. Changes in portfolios, moving away from traditional 60/40 approaches to 50/30/20, where 20% are private assets. Legislative changes in countries like the US and UK may increase the adoption of private assets in pension plans. BlackRock is expanding its private markets platform, including integration with organizations like HPS and Preqin.