Webinar | Valuations & Opinions Group Q2 2026 Private Market Webinar
On May 6th, 2026, Lincoln International hosted a webinar featuring expert perspectives from our Valuations & Opinions Group on the private equity and private credit markets, with insights into software trends and energy’s impact across both markets. Our professionals additionally discussed insights from the new Lincoln Lens Private Market Intelligence Portal, which encompasses 7,000+ portfolio company valuations and an incremental 2,500+ asset-backed finance investments, valued as of the first quarter of 2026.
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The macroeconomic and geopolitical backdrop is impacting private markets
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Portfolio company performance, by size and industry, has trended over the trailing twelve months
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Private credit trends, including new deal closings and pricing dynamics—are affecting fund returns
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Software and energy sectors are influencing private market valuations
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Payment-in-Kind and foreclosures are trending, as well as whether a maturity wall exists
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Summary
- On May 6th, 2026, Lincoln International hosted a webinar featuring expert perspectives from our Valuations & Opinions Group on the private equity and private credit markets, with insights into software trends and energy's impact across both markets. Our professionals additionally discussed insights from the new Lincoln Lens Private Market Intelligence Portal, which encompasses 7,000+ portfolio company valuations and an incremental 2,500+ asset-backed finance investments, valued as of the first quarter of 2026.
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 private capital market insights and valuation trends with my clients, while also leading a differentiated and high-touch process.
Brian Garfield
Managing Director & Global Head of 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