Latest Research
Do Public Equities Span Private Equity Returns?
April 10, 2025We characterize the factors common between public and private equity (PE) returns as well as the factors specific to private and public returns, respectively. Using a comprehensive dataset of PE funds and recent advances... More
Risk-Adjusted Performance of Private Funds: What Do We Know?
March 26, 2025In this IPC white paper, we examine the historical risk-adjusted performance of private funds across diverse asset classes and geographies using the most comprehensive and current dataset to date. More
Optimal Hedge Fund Allocation
March 14, 2025This study addresses the optimal asset allocation problem for investors managing a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds, and hedge funds. Significant allocations to hedge funds may be justified due to their diversification benefits, even when hedge funds generate minimal or no alpha. More
Recent News & Media
IPC Hosts 17th Annual Alternative Investments Conference
March 28, 2025Our sincere thanks to all who attended this year's Alternative Investments Conference! This sold out event welcomed just under 250 investment professionals representing the entire finance community, including IPC members, LPs from state pension plans, foundations and endowments, GPs, funds of funds, service providers, and academics. More