Alternative Asset Investing In 2026 – New regulations Can be A Magnet For Capital
Since the times of global pandemic, alternative assets have become an investing trend. In just five years, investing in private equity, real estate and even tokenized funds is expected to increase from modest $15 trillion in 2022 to more than $24 trillion in assets in 2028.
However, the global regulations for this asset class are quite uneven. Europe is tightening oversight, the UK is experimenting with new rules, and Asia is advancing at a faster pace compared to others. As a result, the overall regulatory picture in the alternatives sector remains fragmented. To make things clearer, let’s break down why we have to watch out for this market and what the new regulations are about.
Why are alternatives so attractive?
Alternative investments attract attention because they provide access to unique and diverse assets, not available in traditional markets. Unlike stocks of monopolistic companies, these assets are often less interconnected, which reduces risks and increases the upside with the right choice of projects.
And, just as importantly, alternatives also mean investing in the real economy through infrastructure projects. For example, buying the share of the constructing building can be more tangible than supporting Fortune 500 growth.
Then, another point, often overlooked, is resilience. Alternatives can naturally perform better in turbulent times. As they show lower correlation to public equities, their stability becomes highly valuable, especially when we consider that for now …
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