Private markets are gaining serious traction in South-east Asia, with Singapore leading the charge as a regional powerhouse. In 2024, the city-state captured nearly half of all private equity deal value and volume in the region — a clear sign of shifting investor appetite. 

As more retail investors eye alternative assets for long-term, diversified growth, the spotlight is now on what makes private markets so compelling — and what hidden risks may lie beneath the surface.

What’s driving this surge in interest across the region? 

How should investors assess opportunities in an asset class known for its complexity and illiquidity? 

On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Lorraine Tan, Director of Equity Research, Asia, Morningstar and Wing Chan, Director of Manager Research, Morningstar, to find out more.

Private markets are gaining serious traction in South-east Asia, with Singapore leading the charge as a regional powerhouse. In 2024, the city-state captured nearly half of all private equity deal value and volume in the region &mdash; a clear sign of shifting investor appetite.&nbsp;
As more retail investors eye alternative assets for long-term, diversified growth, the spotlight is now on what makes private markets so compelling &mdash; and what hidden risks may lie beneath the surface.
What&rsquo;s driving this surge in interest across the region?&nbsp;
How should investors assess opportunities in an asset class known for its complexity and illiquidity?&nbsp;
On Wealth Tracker, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Lorraine Tan, Director of Equity Research, Asia, Morningstar and Wing Chan, Director of Manager Research, Morningstar, to find out more.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion,

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day’s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.

From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what’s happening — with clarity, context and a touch of personality.

Whether you’re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected — all the way home.

And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4&ndash;8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day&rsquo;s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.
From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; with clarity, context and a touch of personality.
Whether you&rsquo;re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected &mdash; all the way home.
And she closes the day with a song that says it all.