Our new report shows that private equity has consistently outperformed the broader stock market & other major asset classes over the long term. That’s why public pensions rely on private equity to help keep plans funded for millions of teachers, police officers, & firefighters.

💡Did you know? 89% of U.S. public pension funds invest in private equity. See why institutions rely on private equity to bolster pensions for teachers, firefighters, police, and other public servants.

📢 Yesterday, @FortuneMagazine published an op-ed from AIC's Will Dunham discussing how private equity is key to solving America's retirement crisis. In the piece, he shares how private equity's superior and consistent long-term returns can help everyday investors achieve their

📊 Private equity continues to deliver some of the strongest long-term returns for retirees. New AIC research shows 13.5% median annualized returns over 10 years—benefiting 34M teachers, firefighters & public servants. See the full data: https://t.co/ekQPgtOeMe

🇺🇸 85% of private equity investments fuel businesses with fewer than 500 employees. As you support local shops this #SmallBusinessSaturday, remember that private equity helps small businesses grow, innovate, and create jobs in communities nationwide.

Little Sesame grew from one location to a thriving brand with private equity support. 🌱 This #SmallBusinessSaturday, discover how these partnerships help entrepreneurs reach their full potential: https://t.co/VEamT4xN3U

🏭 Private equity is strengthening American manufacturing! Missouri-based EDI has expanded operations, hired more workers, and entered new markets with private equity support. This #SmallBusinessSaturday, we celebrate small businesses building America's future. Learn more:

From one-scoop shop to national brand 🍦 Van Leeuwen Ice Cream partnered with private equity to grow and reach new markets. This #SmallBusinessSaturday, celebrate the small businesses turning big dreams into reality! Learn more: https://t.co/VEamT4xN3U

Thank you to the Hon. Stephen Miran, Governor of the @federalreserve, for speaking with our members during yesterday’s fireside chat at AIC’s General Counsel Day. We appreciated his thoughtful insights on the U.S. economic outlook.

🚀 Great ideas start small. Meet @eatlittlesesame & @vanleeuwen — two businesses that grew from a pop up and food truck into national brands because private equity believed in them. Watch how private equity fuels great ideas and powers Main Street.

“The only difference between a great 2 a.m. idea and a real company is capital.” AIC Board Chair Pam Hendrickson shares how private equity helps entrepreneurs grow, hire, and strengthen communities in every state. Private equity fuels great ideas.

🎉 Exciting news! We’re thrilled to welcome Caitlin Carroll as our new SVP of Public Affairs. With experience spanning Fortune 100 companies and Capitol Hill, Caitlin is exceptionally well-positioned to lead AIC’s communications efforts.

“Private credit is defined by its flexibility.” In a letter to @WSJopinion, AIC President & CEO Will Dunham highlights how private credit continues to deliver strong returns — even through market volatility — thanks to active management and strong underwriting. Read more:

🍦A Brooklyn food truck becomes 70 scoop shops! Private equity introduced @vanleeuwen to real estate brokers and provided the capital to secure storefronts nationwide. This is what investing in people looks like.

Private equity is driving real impact on Main Street. AIC President & CEO Will Dunham highlights how investment helps founders scale from local favorites to national brands like Van Leeuwen Ice Cream and Little Sesame Hummus—creating jobs in all 435 districts across 50 states.

🧑🏽‍🚒 “If you passed a teacher or firefighter today, odds are their pension is backed by private capital.” —Will Dunham. Private investments drive strong returns—and 401(k) savers deserve the same access.

🍋‍🟩 “Private equity has been the engine of our growth.” – Nick Wiseman. Without it we couldn’t compete with national players. Watch how @eatlittlesesame hummus scaled from 1 kitchen to thousands of stores with help from Beliade.

💵 “85% of private equity investment goes to small and medium-sized businesses—with a median of just 72 employees.” —Will Dunham. This is Main Street—powered by private investment.

🚀 Great ideas start small. Meet @eatlittlesesame & @vanleeuwen — two businesses that grew from a pop up and food truck into national brands because private equity believed in them. See how private equity fuels great ideas and powers Main Street.

🎥 “Factory floor workers should be able to put their money where they believe it is best.” —Rep. Rudy Yakym. Expanding access to private capital empowers Hoosiers to invest in their future.