Private Markets Roundup: 'Profound' Shift in Assets, KKR's $2B Growth Fund

The video discusses BlackRock's strategic shift towards private markets, highlighting their efforts to raise a $12 billion private capital fund. Despite challenges, they have made initial investments. KKR's significant investment in tech startups is also explored, noting the high investor appetite despite past market disruptions like WeWork. The video further examines risks in the leveraged loan market, with insights from Barclays' CEO on the challenges faced by private equity firms in securing loans. Overall, the video provides a comprehensive overview of current trends and challenges in private markets and investments.

How has BlackRock's investment strategy changed in recent years?

What is the target amount for BlackRock's long-term private capital fund?

What factors are contributing to companies staying private longer?

What recent trends have been observed in the tech startup funding landscape?

What risks have been highlighted in the leveraged loan market according to Barclays' CEO?