KPMG – Asia Pacific Private Equity Barometer, 2026

The report focuses on private equity investment trends and opportunities in the Asia Pacific region for the year 2026.

Key findings include signs of a turning tide in investment activity and deal opportunities, with deal volumes stabilizing despite subdued overall deal values. Pricing and valuations are normalizing to more sustainable levels, resetting expectations and encouraging activity. Fundraising momentum continues, indicating institutional investor confidence in the region’s long-term prospects. Risks remain due to new protectionist policies and shifting trade alliances, which could impact deal flows. The region’s fundamentals remain solid, supported by demographics, consumption growth, innovation, and structural reforms. Private equity investors focusing on value identification, disciplined execution, and operational and strategic transformation of portfolio companies are best positioned for success.