Billionaires preparing for 2026 are chasing growth in investments
The world's wealthiest investors have shown that they will not shy away from taking risks in 2026, despite global uncertainties. Private equity, stocks, and hedge funds, in particular, have emerged as the leading choices for new investments.
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Despite economic and geopolitical fluctuations, the investment plans of billionaires have begun to take shape. A recent study revealed that the ultra-wealthy are planning significant changes to their portfolios in 2026.
A notable upward trend in private equity investments is drawing attention. Nearly half of the participants plan to increase their direct private equity investments. Furthermore, a group of 37 percent aims to hold more assets in this area through private equity funds and funds of funds. Similarly, private debt instruments are also on the radar of billionaires, with one-third of participants looking to increase their investments there.
Stocks continue to remain among the essentials of 2026 portfolios. While the rate of those turning toward developed market stock exchanges stands out at 43 percent, a 42 percent increase is also planned for stock investments in emerging markets. The percentage of those considering reducing their investments in both categories remained quite low.
Billionaires who do not shy away from risk are also showing great interest in hedge funds. 43 percent of participants anticipate increasing their hedge fund investments. Additionally, the percentage of those planning to keep their current positions stable is also at a notable level.
A more cautious approach prevails regarding infrastructure projects, real estate, gold and precious metals, and fixed-income securities. Most investors plan to keep their weightings in these asset classes unchanged. As for cash and cash equivalents, only 19 percent of the group believes that an increase should be made.
Art, antiques, and commodities are ranked among the investment areas that attract the least interest from billionaires. When all data is evaluated together, it is noteworthy that as they enter 2026, the ultra-wealthy are preparing to turn toward areas with high growth and return potential.