William Blair

The venture capital secondary market has grown beyond expectations, with deal volume reaching about $152 billion this year, according to estimates from Jefferies and Evercore. Analysts at William Blair and Preqin project further growth, forecasting volumes of up to $250 billion in their 2026 reports, pointing to a rapidly expanding segment as investors seek liquidity from existing startup stakes.

Investment firm William Blair has appointed a new managing director focused on the insurance and financial services sectors. The move signals the firm's continued investment in its advisory capabilities in these industries, expanding its coverage as dealmaking and client demand in insurance and financial services remain active.