Secondaries buyers face a paradox in today's market: while they're flooded with dealflow in both LP-led and GP-led transactions, their job remains challenging. Secondaries Investor's Global Market Survey 2026, conducted with Goodwin law firm, reveals that 60 percent of secondaries firms plan to increase their deployment speed this year.

This acceleration comes despite persistent market headwinds. The abundance of opportunities hasn't translated into easier execution, as firms must navigate complex valuations and competitive bidding environments. The survey findings suggest that while capital is available, deploying it efficiently requires sophisticated strategies and careful due diligence.

The disconnect between deal availability and deployment speed underscores the evolving complexity of the secondaries market. Firms are adapting their processes to move faster while maintaining quality standards, recognizing that speed alone doesn't guarantee success in this competitive landscape.