The 2027 Alternatives Outlook: Rising Allocations and a Higher Bar for GPs

Labarr Advisory, Kirkland & Ellis, Reuters Insights joined us for a live discussion about the alternatives outlook for the next 12 months.

They unpacked key findings from the 2027 LP Survey, which drew on responses from 370 global LPs and allocators across a range of institutions, along with insights from a panel of 30 GPs.

The discussion explored:

• Where LPs see opportunity, from private credit to new markets
• What leaner GP rosters could mean for emerging managers
• Why deal optimism has cooled despite strong returns
• What LPs expect from GP tech stacks, reporting and AI

Panelists:

• Greg Durst, Senior Director, Global Fund Partnerships, Kirkland & Ellis
• Liam Stoker, Head of Research & Content, Reuters Insights
• Jean-François Le Ruyet, Founder, Labarr Advisory

Moderator:

• Tara Bartley, VP, Product Marketing & Strategy, SS&C Intralinks

Running time:

• 1 hour