'Terrific Tail Winds' In Secondaries: Dawn
Secondaries markets for private assets experienced unprecedented growth, reaching $121 billion in the first half of 2026, according to Evercore's global head of private capital Nigel Dawn. This surge is primarily driven by fund managers' strategy to retain high-value "trophy" assets for longer periods rather than divesting them quickly. The strong performance reflects favorable market conditions that Dawn characterizes as "terrific tail winds" for the secondaries sector.
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'Terrific Tail Winds' In Secondaries: Dawn
Secondaries deals for private assets reached a record $121 billion in the first half of 2026, marking significant growth in the market. This surge is primarily driven by fund managers' strategy to retain high-value "trophy" assets for extended periods rather than selling them. According to Nigel Dawn, global head of private capital at Evercore, these tailwinds are creating favorable conditions for the secondaries market.
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