Strengthening retirements
Year after year, private equity delivers the strongest returns for investors across America — helping diversify pensions and strengthen retirements.
Over 89% of public pension funds invest in private equity. These sound investments help secure the retirements of millions of teachers, firefighters, police officers, and other public servants across our country.
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In 2024, private equity outperformed every other investment option and delivered a median annualized return of over 15% after fees. Learn more from respected academics and economists about how private equity represents a critical asset class for diversified portfolios.
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Elected officials and policymakers from both sides of the aisle understand that private equity investments are critical for their states and districts, supporting small businesses, workers, and public pension beneficiaries.
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Private Equity Outperforms All Other Investment Options
Even after fees, private equity generated an average annualized return of 13.5 percent in 2024. A recent study published by Cambridge Associates found that over the last decade, “institutions with higher private investment allocations experienced higher returns historically. And, those returns tended to be less volatile.”