Review of Market Performance: Calendar Year 2025
Global economic growth hovered near trend in 2025. The dollar weakened sharply, while global equities and commodities posted strong gains. Bond returns improved as rates and credit spreads eased.
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Have Tail Risks to the US Economy Increased?
Yes. The range of possible outcomes for the US economy has widened, with greater chances of both positive and negative tail events.
Under the Microscope: Private vs Public Company Operating Metrics for US Companies
Our 2024 US private equity operating metrics analysis highlights the key levers and value drivers in private equity, and explores a risk and return comparison between private equity and public equity.
US PE/VC Benchmark Commentary: First Half 2025
In the first half of 2025, US private equity continued its run of low single-digit quarterly returns, while US venture capital extended its recovery from a tough stretch of flat performance.
Unlocking Innovation with Blockchain and Crypto Venture Capital Funds
Blockchain and crypto-focused venture capital (BCVC) funds offer a compelling opportunity alongside traditional venture capital (VC) strategies. In this piece, we explore the market dynamics shaping cryptoassets, share our rationale for including BCVC in VC portfolios, and outline key considerations for integration into institutional portfolios.
US Manager Universe Statistics: Third Quarter 2025
This publication presents manager performance for 37 asset classes and substrategies, showing the median, mean, and key percentiles of return. Relevant indexes for each asset class are also included to provide market context.
VantagePoint: Electrifying Returns in the AI Era
In this edition of VantagePoint, we examine how the rise of AI is reshaping the global energy landscape and highlight the most compelling opportunities and risks for investors.
A US-China Trade Deal Would Show Desire for Gradual Strategic De-risking, Not Abrupt Decoupling
Global markets rallied on October 26 following news that the United States and China have reached a “preliminary consensus” on several key issues. Although a formal agreement has not yet been announced, both sides are clearly working to de-escalate trade tensions that intensified in early October.
US Manager Universe Statistics: Second Quarter 2025
This publication presents manager performance for 37 asset classes and substrategies, showing the median, mean, and key percentiles of return. Relevant indexes for each asset class are also included to provide market context.
Review of Market Performance: Fiscal Year 2025
US tariffs added to market volatility in the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025. Nevertheless, most risk assets ended the year higher, supported by strong earnings ahead of tariff uncertainty and the prospect of continued central bank policy easing to support growth.