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The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) recently released its findings from a multi-firm review on valuation practices in private markets—an area that has attracted growing scrutiny amid increased allocations and structural complexity. For institutional investors, this report offers a timely reminder of the operational risks inherent in the valuation of illiquid assets, and underlines the importance of robust governance frameworks during manager selection and ongoing due diligence.
Read more: The Valuation Question: Operational Risk in Private Markets
The expectation of ‘non-concessionary returns’ has been central to the expansion of the impact equity sector.
Read more: Impact Equity Sector Grapples with Performance ‘Perfect Storm’
In March 2025, bfinance invited institutional investors to participate in a snap poll conducted in the wake of mounting economic and geopolitical turbulence.
Read more: Poll Reveals Heightened Geopolitical Concerns, Nuanced ESG Reassessment
Quality-oriented equity strategies have long been a favourite among institutional investors—but quality indices have struggled to gain traction.
Read more: Rethinking Quality: Why Benchmarks Don’t Capture the Full Picture
The growing appeal of semi-liquid private market vehicles represents a significant shift in how institutional investors approach illiquid asset classes.
Read more: Liquidity in Infrastructure: How Far Can Semi-Liquid Go?
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