United States: Investment Strategy

While most of private equity chases a tiny slice of large companies, the smaller end of the market remains structurally under-capitalized, creating exactly the supply-and-demand imbalance that disciplined investors...

Private capital markets are experiencing a fundamental transformation as businesses increasingly turn to flexible, tailored financing solutions amid macroeconomic uncertainty and geopolitical shifts. From record-breaking private credit fundraising to emerging opportunities in sports investments and data center infrastructure, institutional investors are reshaping how capital flows across borders and asset classes. What strategic insights will define success as private markets enter this new era of sharper,

LP Allocator explores key insights from McDermott Will & Emery's inaugural Emerging Managers and Independent Sponsors Forum, where industry leaders discussed the evolving landscape of fundraising and lower middle market investing. Despite competitive market conditions, the forum revealed that investors remain committed to backing managers who demonstrate differentiated strategies and institutional-quality platforms.