76% of Insurers Plan to Increase Private Markets Allocations, BlackRock Survey Shows

• BlackRock's Oct. 27, 2026 insurance survey found 76% plan higher private-market allocations over the next 12 months, versus 94% in 2025.
• More than 40% of insurers allocate over 15% of portfolios to private markets; 41% target increased private debt allocations.
• Inflation remains the leading macroeconomic concern at 62%; recession concerns fell to 18% from 35% in 2025.
• Risk appetite remains steady, with 82% maintaining their risk profile; 57% of that group see insufficient opportunities to justify additional risk.
• External asset management use is set to rise among 49% of insurers; 74% plan private debt access through separate accounts or bespoke mandates.

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