Change 2026

Growth isn’t slowing in 2026 – it’s getting sharper

Based on insights from senior decision-makers overseeing nearly $12 trillion in assets, Change 2026 reveals how fund managers and institutional investors are positioning for expansion in a world where volatility is structural, scrutiny is rising and governance is non-negotiable.

The report uncovers where industry leaders predict capital will flow, how risk is being assessed in 2026, and what disciplined growth looks like when uncertainty is the baseline.

Download the report to understand how leading firms are turning pressure into advantage – and what defines this new era of disciplined growth.

What you'll discover

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Growth

Confidence is rising in the face of volatility

Which asset classes and products are attracting the strongest conviction, backed by the highest fundraising confidence since our Change reports began.

Expansion and democratisation accelerate

Why nearly all managers plan to raise capital overseas, and how the regulatory environment and investor appetites are unlocking the private markets.

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Risk and regulation

Governance has become a hard investment filter

How rising concern around systemic risk, valuations and liquidity is changing due diligence – and why nearly all investors are rejecting funds on governance grounds.

Regulation is more forensic than ever

How regulatory complexity and manual compliance processes are impacting growth, and where firms are falling behind.

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Resolve

Outsourcing is now a strategic growth engine

Why third-party support is becoming an essential operating model to enable cross-border expansion, enhance governance and scale efficiently.

AI is no longer a novelty

Where AI is becoming essential infrastructure and how it is increasingly being used in processes linked to generating Alpha.

As interest in private markets continues to grow, there is mounting pressure for asset managers to deliver products swiftly whilst addressing stringent regulations. It is a highly a complex landscape to navigate.

This is partly owing to the recent rapid expansion of the market. With total global assets under management expected to reach $13.01 trillion by July 2024, the market is evolving, as is the legislation that surrounds it. Whilst regulations are now designed to make it easier for investors entering Europe, it still takes time to understand all the finer details and avoid potential pitfalls along the way.

Carne can provide the critical outsourcing solutions needed to steer the way through this complex landscape and has partnered with many private market fund managers accessing Europe for the first time or looking at new structures as we see the democratisation of private assets gaining more momentum.

As Europe’s leading third-party fund management company with over 20 years of experience, we offer a deep understanding of European fund regulations. Our expertise in governance, compliance and distribution can streamline your market entry, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs, whilst you remain in control. Talk to Carne if you would like to access European investors faster and with absolute confidence.

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