Feb 2026
Webinar | Valuations & Opinions Group Q1 2026 Private Market Webinar
On February 12th, 2026, Lincoln International hosted a webinar discussing insights from Lincoln’s Valuations & Opinions Group proprietary database which encompasses over 7,000 privately held portfolio company valuations and an incremental 2,500+ asset backed finance investments and provides real time perspective into the private markets. Topics include:
- Fireside chat covering the state of the private markets and outlook for 2026 with Rob Brown, CEO of Lincoln International
- Deal Environment & Fund Analysis: Explore how fierce competition among direct lenders is impacting deal structures, credit spreads and sponsor behavior and how these factors play into fund returns
- Fundamentals Deep Dive: A look into portfolio company performance by size and industry, highlighting the impact of tariffs and performance on 2025 budgets
- Distress, Liquidity & Creative Tools: Learn how managers are navigating PIK, foreclosures and maturities and turning to the secondaries markets and fund finance to navigate liquidity needs
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On February 12th, 2026, Lincoln International hosted a webinar discussing insights from Lincoln’s Valuations & Opinions Group proprietary database which encompasses over 7,000 privately held portfolio company valuations and an incremental 2,500+ asset backed finance investments and provides real time perspective into the private markets.
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Contributors
I find immense fulfillment in enabling clients to achieve their objectives and navigate the complexities of today's ever-changing landscape.
Chris Croft
Managing Director & Co-Head of Transaction Opinions
New York
I enjoy sharing insights about market and valuation trends with my clients, while also leading a differentiated and high-touch process.
Brian Garfield
Managing Director & Head of U.S. Portfolio Valuations
New York
I enhance my clients’ decision making and governance processes by providing independent and objective financial advice in a highly responsive manner.
Chris Gregory
Managing Director & Co-Head of Transaction Opinions
New York
I enjoy the opportunity to provide clients with insightful and unbiased advice that will help them make the most informed decisions possible.
Ron Kahn
Managing Director & Global Co-Head of Valuations & Opinions
Chicago