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Distribution Waterfalls 2024: Transparency, Technology, Trust

In today’s complex private markets, transparency, technology, and trust are crucial for managing distribution waterfalls effectively. Our latest report, Distribution Waterfalls 2024, provides key insights into the trends shaping GP and LP relationships, including the impact of outsourcing, regional variations, and increasing demands for transparency.

What you'll learn

In-depth Analysis of Global Waterfall Models

Explore differences between U.S., European, and APAC waterfall approaches.

Trends in Outsourcing and Technology

See why GPs are increasingly outsourcing waterfall modeling and investing in tech.

Strategies for Transparency

Understand how GPs can secure LP commitments through clearer, more transparent waterfall provisions.

Key findings

87% of LPs are more likely to invest in a GP that outsources waterfall modeling, with 43% saying it would absolutely influence their decision.


39% of LPs have chosen not to commit due to unclear waterfall provisions.


75% of GPs plan to outsource waterfall modeling over the next two years to meet LP demands.

Report highlights

Transparency and Trust

Why LPs prioritize transparency and how it impacts their commitment decisions.

Technology in Waterfalls

The latest technology trends supporting waterfall modeling and improving data accuracy.

Regional Trends

Insights on how waterfall models vary across North America, Europe, and APAC, with unique preferences driving structure choices.

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