StepStone Expands Private Markets Access via LSEG’s Blockchain-Powered Platform

Event summary

  • StepStone launched its evergreen strategies on LSEG’s Digital Markets Infrastructure (DMI) platform on May 7, 2026.
  • DMI uses distributed ledger technology to streamline private fund distribution for professional investors.
  • StepStone’s private equity, private debt, and infrastructure strategies are now accessible via the platform.
  • The move follows the October 2025 launch of FTSE StepStone Global Private Market Indices with LSEG.

The big picture

StepStone’s integration with LSEG’s DMI platform reflects the growing demand for institutional-grade infrastructure in private markets. With $220 billion in assets under management, StepStone’s move underscores the need for scalable, transparent solutions as private markets expand into wealth management segments. The collaboration builds on their joint effort to create daily private market benchmarks, signaling a broader trend toward digitization and standardization in alternative investments.

What we're watching

Adoption Pace
How quickly other private markets managers will join LSEG’s DMI platform, accelerating institutional access to private funds.
Technology Impact
Whether distributed ledger technology can significantly reduce structural barriers in private markets distribution.
Market Penetration
The extent to which StepStone’s evergreen strategies gain traction among UK wealth managers and high-net-worth individuals.

Related topics

Private Equity