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Last updated: May 5, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Private Markets: Real Estate Fundraising Heats Up Amid Performance ScrutinyDespite lingering questions over performance from the pandemic-era vintage, major players are** [*aggressively preparing for significant capital deployment cycles. TPG is reportedly gearing up for a "major fundraising cycle," preparing capital for three existing real estate funds while planning to launch a fourth vehicle next month, signaling continued appetite for large-scale property strategies. This activity contrasts with investor unease, as a growing number of COVID-era deals are underperforming, causing LPs to scrutinize whether poor market timing or manager selection is responsible for recent losses in private real estate portfolios. Simultaneously, specialist managers are seeking broader geographic reach; Southern European firm Azora has appointed a former Partners Group executive to spearhead international expansion efforts, aiming to grow its US platform and enter new European territories.**

Infrastructure Debt Attracts Capital Amid Sector Shifts

The infrastructure asset class continues to demonstrate strong fundraising momentum, as managers close on large mandates. SDC successfully raised $2.5bn for its fifth digital infrastructure fund, while European manager Infranity is nearing its ambitious €3bn fundraising target, underscoring the asset class's appeal for stable, long-term cash flows. This momentum is further solidified by massive transactional activity, exemplified by Stonepeak's leadership role in a $6bn US utility deal. The growing popularity of infrastructure debt is prompting analysis into whether it is benefiting from rotation out of private debt, given the distinct risk-return profiles that are driving inflows into the less correlation-sensitive infrastructure space. Adding to the infrastructure pipeline, Ancala has successfully secured €2bn for its fourth flagship fund, surpassing the €1.4bn raised for its predecessor, which itself closed above its initial €1.2bn target in February 2024.