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Private Markets Demand

BlackRock, Inc. · 2026-10-21 · Importance 17 · Surprise 24

BlackRock research conducted with Preqin surveyed more than 200 single-family offices regarding portfolio strategy and succession planning. The research found that private markets remain a priority for family offices, although newer and established families are taking different approaches to private-market investing. More than half of surveyed offices are adjusting portfolios as market risks shift, while governance has become a leading challenge amid succession, globalization and the growing role of AI.

Key facts

• BlackRock's research found that private markets remain a priority for family offices. source
• BlackRock's survey found more than half of the surveyed family offices are adjusting portfolios as market risks shift. source
• BlackRock research states an estimated $124 trillion will pass to heirs and charities between 2024 and 2048. source
• BlackRock conducted a survey of more than 200 single-family offices with Preqin. source