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@article{191888,
        author = {Rajat Seemar and S Piyush Naidu and Vaibhav Singh Bisht and Arpit Khetarpal},
        title = {Private Equity: Market Dynamics, Valuation Methodologies, and Portfolio Impact},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {8818-8827},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=191888},
        abstract = {Private equity has emerged as a transformative asset class reshaping the global investment landscape. This research paper examines the contemporary private equity market dynamics, evaluates key valuation methodologies employed by institutional investors, and analyzes the impact of private equity allocation on portfolio performance. Drawing on recent market data from 2024-2025, this paper demonstrates that private equity offers superior risk-adjusted returns compared to traditional public equity markets, with evidence supporting optimal portfolio allocation strategies. The analysis covers market trends, investment structures, valuation techniques, and evidence-based portfolio construction recommendations. Our findings indicate that despite inherent illiquidity risks and operational complexities, strategic private equity allocation can enhance overall portfolio returns by 200-300 basis points annually.},
        keywords = {Private Equity, Portfolio Management, Valuation Methods, Risk-Return Profile, Alternative Investments, Institutional Investment Strategy},
        month = {January},
        }