Private Asset Funds Surge to Record $14.05 Trillion in 2025
Mutual funds have hit a new record high of $14.05 trillion in 2025, marking a 9.6% increase from the start of the year. This growth is driven by equity funds, which are expected to nearly double by 2030. However, the industry braces for increased regulation, with 85% of professionals anticipating stricter rules.
Debt funds also saw a significant rise, up 7.7% to $1.36 trillion. Meanwhile, real estate funds lagged behind, growing by just 3.1% to $1.48 trillion. Infrastructure funds, however, experienced robust growth of 10% to $1.35 trillion, bolstered by investments in digital infrastructure and energy security.
Asian markets have been a key driver of growth, with assets up 15.8% in the first eight months of 2025, accounting for 30% of the year's growth. North America continues to dominate overall fund holdings, managing more than 50% of equity funds. Looking ahead, European institutions like the European Central Bank (ECB) are expected to support the development of third-party scaling in private markets over the next two years.
The value of mutual funds is projected to climb 70% over the next five years, reaching $23.9 trillion by 2030. Equity funds are predicted to be a key driver for this growth, with their value expected to jump from $9.9 trillion to $17.4 trillion in the same period. Despite these projections, the industry is preparing for increased regulation, with most professionals expecting more rules in the coming years.
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