Alternative investments in Germany: growth and market development Fund placement Germany is one of Europe’s largest and most important markets for alternative investments. According to Preqin (2023), alternative funds in Germany now manage more than €1.2 trillion, with an annual growth of 12%. Private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, private debt and real estate funds are particularly popular and are becoming increasingly important as an alternative to traditional forms of investment. Institutional investors such as pension funds, insurance companies, pension schemes, family offices and foundations increasingly focus on alternative asset classes to diversify their portfolios and secure long-term returns. The demand for structured and sustainable investment strategies is growing continuously.