Explore Altss Insights

Original research, news analysis, and SEC filing briefs on family offices, institutional LPs, and private-markets activity. Every piece sourced, dated, and built to be cited.

See Altss in action
Topics
SEC FilingsApr 18, 2026· 12 min read

Private Fund Formation in Q1 2026: A Record Quarter, and PE Raised 6× VC's Capital

Q1 2026 set a record for private-fund formation at 5,765 Form D filings, up 9% YoY. PE raised $39.4B across 156 funds; VC $6.3B across 165 — same count, six times the capital. Nine of the 15 largest PE raises were private credit or secondaries, not buyout.

Read more

Transform your fundraising strategy

Join the next generation of fund managers who are fundraising smarter.

Book a demoLearn more