Will the private capital markets sustain momentum in 2026?

AI is the poster child for private capital market growth in 2025—and looks to maintain its dominance in 2026. Investors and hyperscalers are spending nearly $1 trillion a year on data center buildout and model training, with nearly 50% of 2025 Q3 venture capital (VC) deal value concentrated in just four companies.

Can the VC and private equity industries sustain this momentum in 2026? Join Global Head of Private Markets Research, Paul Condra, and Sr. Managing Editor of PitchBook News, James Thorne, as they unpack current trends and investigate future opportunities in the private capital markets in 2026.