2024 Global Private Markets Outlook

The last two years can be described as a slow-motion liquidity crunch across private markets. Consistently high interest rates have created a domino effect on liquidity, effectively freezing portfolios with private investment exposure. Now, economic activity is beginning to slow, and central bank rate cuts could unearth a generational opportunity in private market allocation.

As global interest rates shift, the investment landscape evolves, creating new opportunities and challenges. This page provides an overview of our pivotal insights, designed to equip strategies for navigating and capitalizing on these changes. 

In our latest report, we delve into the impact of recent high interest rates on liquidity and investment strategies across key asset classes. We also explore the broad range of private market capabilities, including private credit, private equity, real estate, and real assets, across the New York Life Investments platform.

Key Insights Covered:

• Navigating Interest Rate Cycles
  Learn strategies for effectively managing the shifting interest rate environment and capitalizing on new opportunities.
  
  
• Liquidity Landscape
  Understand the implications of prolonged high interest rates on liquidity and their impact on private markets.
  
  
• Asset Class Exploration
  Gain insights into private equity, private credit, real estate, and real assets to identify areas for diversification and growth.
  
  
• Emerging Opportunities
  Explore the unique opportunities arising from central bank rate cuts and their implications for private market allocations.

Access Executive Summary

For a concise overview of our key findings, click the link below to access the executive summary.