StepStone and PitchBook Launch Deal-Level Benchmarking Tool for Private Markets
Event summary
- StepStone and PitchBook launched SPI Deal Benchmarking, a deal-level benchmarking solution, on June 17, 2026.
- The tool integrates StepStone's institutional-grade fund and deal performance data with PitchBook's private markets intelligence.
- As of March 31, 2026, StepStone managed $233 billion in assets under management.
- The solution is available to fund managers and service providers through PitchBook and to investors through SPI by StepStone.
The big picture
The launch of SPI Deal Benchmarking addresses the growing demand for granular, deal-level performance data in private markets. As investors seek more precise benchmarks to evaluate fund managers and deals, this tool positions StepStone and PitchBook as leaders in providing actionable intelligence. With StepStone's $233 billion in assets under management, the solution has the scale to influence broader market practices.
What we're watching
- Data Integration
- How the integration of StepStone's performance data with PitchBook's tools will enhance deal-level analysis and benchmarking.
- Market Transparency
- Whether the increased transparency in deal-level performance will shift investor behavior and fundraising strategies.
- Competitive Dynamics
- The pace at which competitors will develop similar benchmarking solutions to match this offering.
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