<p>Aberdeen Group plc’s latest outlook highlights a renewed sense of purpose for private markets as they move towards 2026. The report notes that, after a period of volatility, long-term investors are focusing on resilience, diversification, and access to secular growth themes. Private credit is playing a growing role in corporate finance, and investments in digital and green infrastructure are accelerating, underscoring the strategic importance of private assets in modern portfolios. In real estate, the market is showing early signs of stabilization, supported by easing monetary policy. However, performance remains uneven across regions and sectors. There is a clear shift toward high-quality logistics and residential assets, which benefit from strong structural demand and limited supply, while traditional office and retail properties continue to face challenges from changing work patterns and consumer behaviors. Investors are increasingly pursuing core-plus strategies that balance stability with the potential for higher returns. Credit quality remains robust, with lenders adopting more conservative structures to manage risk. As interest rates stabilize, floating-rate instruments are attracting capital, and private credit opportunities are emerging across both traditional and opportunistic strategies. Infrastructure investment is also thriving, driven by global trends toward digitalization and decarbonization. Sectors such as renewable energy and digital infrastructure are seeing accelerated capital deployment, supported by long-term policy initiatives and rising demand for sustainable, connected solutions. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Aberdeen Group plc published the original content used to generate this news brief on January 22, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT) Original Document: here</p>

Aberdeen Group Sees Private Markets Poised for Growth Amid Shifting Investment Trends