ReportsA closer look at the controversies, risks and returns of these once-obscure investments as they become increasingly mainstream.6 stories or Subscribe to save articleEmailLinkedInTwitterFacebookBrought to you by Private credit: A reality check or just growing pains?The sector has been under scrutiny after a period of rapid growth. Even ASIC, a critic, says it’s an important part of the economy – but it needs standards.8 mins agoPrashant MehraThe five new realities of private marketsThey are either on the cusp of a multi-decade boom or mired in a crisis of confidence, depending on who you ask. The reality is somewhere in between.8 mins agoJonathan ShapiroPrivate equity stalemate as company exits stallThe gap between headline valuations and realised outcomes is increasingly critical for investors left waiting longer for their money back.8 mins agoNina HendyAdvertisementGating the barbarians: Evergreen funds’ mainstream challengesThis vehicle was the private asset industry’s means into the lucrative wealth market. But the events of 2026 have raised questions about its viability.8 mins agoJonathan ShapiroWhat the wealth managers are telling clients about private marketsPrivate markets offer diverse investing opportunities with their own risk profiles and their own pros and cons. Here’s how advisers see the current landscape.8 mins agoAlexandra CainHow everyday investors are getting their hands on private returnsFrom the ASX to evergreen funds on Hub24, the entry ticket for private assets has plummeted. But bypassing the $250k income hurdle comes with a catch.8 mins agoAndrew Hobbs