2025 Asia Pacific and Middle East Private Capital Compensation Survey

This report is the 11th annual edition of the Asia Pacific and Middle East Private Capital Investment Professional Compensation Survey. It aims to provide a detailed analysis of the compensation landscape for key executives in private equity firms within the mentioned regions. The survey collected data from various professionals, highlighting the evolving compensation trends in response to market dynamics. The report emphasizes the growth opportunities within the Asia Pacific and Middle East private capital sectors, driven by economic resilience, a pipeline of potential deals, and increased interest from limited partners. Participants expressed optimism regarding market shifts over the next 18 months, with rising expectations for private equity deal activity, particularly in technology and healthcare sectors. It also documents insights into the demographics of survey respondents, their core investment strategies, and the competitive landscape for investment talent in the regions. The findings reflect the compensation norms in the core private capital ecosystem and provide valuable benchmarks for stakeholders in the industry.