Private Markets in 2026: Where Capital Is Moving Now In 2026, global private capital is becoming more selective, but conviction remains strong where infrastructure, energy security, AI, and specialized real-asset opportunities intersect. Investors are increasingly prioritizing bankable projects with clear cash-flow visibility, resilient supply chains, and cross-border relevance. ( iea.org ) Energy and electrification are leading allocations. Global energy investment is projected to reach $3.4 trillion in 2026 , with electricity supply, grids, storage, and electrification drawing a growing share of capital. ( iea.org ) Critical minerals remain strategic. Even with more cautious investment conditions, mineral security is rising on national and institutional agendas as supply concentration and export restrictions reshape financing priorities. ( iea.org ) Private markets are gaining importance. Institutional investors continue increasing exposure to infrastructure and pr...
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