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Private Markets

Premium opportunities to access assets that complement traditional investments and offer additional diversification — as well as the potential for enhanced returns.


Over longer periods of time (five years or more), investments such as stocks, shares and funds have the potential to give you higher returns compared to cash savings. But the value of investments can fall as well as rise.



Don’t invest unless you are prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you are unlikely to be protected if something goes wrong.

Unlocking strategic opportunities

Private markets can represent a key component of sophisticated wealth strategies. They offer differentiated sources of return, enhanced diversification, and resilience over the long term. 


At Coutts we provide access to global private market opportunities, carefully aligned with our clients’ objectives and capacity to invest for the longer term with less of a need for liquidity. 

These investments are a source of diversification when deployed alongside public market portfolios – supporting wealth preservation and growth in an evolving financial landscape. 

Eligibility criteria apply. Advice and product fees may apply.

Simpler access, greater flexibility

Historically, private markets posed barriers due to extended capital deployment, illiquidity and significant minimum commitments. But innovation is transforming this space.

Evergreen funds introduce a new way to invest in private markets — offering flexibility and continuity without the constraints of traditional structures. 

Closed-end funds have fixed lifespans of 10 years or more, whereas evergreen funds are designed to provide ongoing access to a well-diversified portfolio of private market investments.

Typically, investors can gain access to evergreen funds monthly and, under normal market conditions, periodically redeem some or all of their investment.
 


This could make such funds an attractive option for those seeking private market exposure while maintaining a degree of flexibility. It is worth noting, though, that they do come with certain terms and restrictions that should be considered carefully before investing.

Are private markets right for you?

These are highly complex investments with no guaranteed liquidity which demand significant capital, patience, and expertise. They are best suited to those seeking long-term value creation who are comfortable with the potential illiquidity and elevated risks involved.


Private market assets include the following.


  • Private equity — access to ownership stakes in businesses beyond public markets. These opportunities are designed to unlock long-term growth potential and deliver enhanced returns.

  • Private credit — bespoke lending solutions curated through leading asset managers and private funds. This approach offers the potential for consistent income while providing a natural hedge against inflation and currency fluctuations.

  • Infrastructure — assets that typically deliver predictable cash flows and resilience. Infrastructure can serve as a strategic safeguard against rising prices, offering potential stability in an evolving economic landscape.

Like to know more?

Speak with your dedicated Private Banker to explore how private markets could complement your portfolio. Alternatively, contact Coutts 24 on 020 7957 2424 (Relay UK: 18001 020 7957 2424).