Partners Group Delivers Interim Business Update for Q1 2026

Partners Group, a significant player in the global private markets industry, has released an interim business update for Q1 2026. CEO David Layton emphasized the firm's commitment to transparency during challenging market conditions. He expressed confidence in Partners Group's ability to navigate the current environment effectively.

In the first quarter, the firm reported strong fundraising activities, with new client demand reaching USD 8.3 billion across various asset classes. Institutional investors accounted for over 80% of the inflows, while private wealth investors also contributed positively to evergreen strategies, with USD 2.5 billion in new commitments.

The company returned USD 5.7 billion in liquidity, primarily through private equity and infrastructure realizations. Despite volatile markets, Partners Group maintained disciplined investment, deploying USD 2.8 billion across its portfolios.

For 2026, Partners Group expects gross new client demand between USD 26 and 32 billion, supported by a robust fundraising pipeline. Tail-down effects from mature programs are estimated at USD -10 to -13 billion.