The Preqin Private Markets Research Quarterly Updates Series

Tap into detailed, asset-class specific updates every quarter

The Quarterly Updates series, available via Preqin Private Markets Research, offers a timely window into the evolving private markets landscape. Each quarter, our team of seasoned analysts creates these comprehensive reports packed with the latest data, incisive expert commentary, and actionable intelligence across private equity, venture capital, private debt, real estate, infrastructure, and hedge funds. Dive deep into critical trends, emerging opportunities, and potential risks, empowering you to anticipate potential market shifts and craft strategies that can help drive value and resilience for the quarters ahead.

Read the Q2 2026 reports

Compare the insights from last year’s reports to the latest editions to see how the market has evolved and get an idea of what to expect from the series.

Private Equity Q2 2026

Private equity capital raised improved, but deal value softened from Q1’s elevated base and secondaries fundraising cooled after a strong run

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Venture Capital Q2 2026

While headline deal value in Q2 2026 remained close to the all-time high from the prior quarter, breakdowns by industry and region reveal concentration in North America and AI

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Private Credit Q2 2026

After a softer Q1, the second quarter of 2026 saw closed-end private credit fundraising bounce back

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Real Estate Q2 2026

Capital commitments flowed into value-added and core real estate strategies, larger fund managers, and Europe-focused opportunities

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Infrastructure Q2 2026

Infrastructure fundraising weakened in Q2 without mega funds, but interim close data points to continued capital formation and deal activity appears resilient

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Hedge Funds Q2 2026

Shared AI exposure and market dislocation evolve the hedge fund playbook in Q2 2026

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[Asset] Q1 2026 Quarterly Update: Private Equity Cover Image

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Private equity faced a challenging start to 2026, with deal-making slowing, exits weakening, and fundraising remaining constrained, although secondaries continued to outperform the broader market. While deal activity showed some improvement in North America during Q1, it softened across all other regions. What factors shaped the outcome for the asset class in Q1 2026? Find out by downloading your complimentary report.

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