Whilst some LPs believe AI could enhance private markets careers, nearly all continue to value human judgment for investments
AI is rapidly transforming industries, and the private markets sector is no exception. GPs are increasingly integrating AI capabilities into investment processes, portfolio management and talent development.
While 44% of LPs believe that AI adoption by GPs will enhance the career trajectory of analysts starting today, more than a third of LPs took the contrary position and believe AI will actually hinder career development.
Fig 16: What impact will AI adoption by GPs have on the career development of analysts starting today?
Perhaps unsurprisingly, while some LPs expressed optimism about AI’s role in career development, the vast majority value human judgment highly and are far less enthusiastic about granting AI a seat at the GP Investment Committee table—an overwhelming 90% voted decisively against the idea.
Fig 17: Should an AI model have a vote on a GP’s Investment Committee?
