KKR & Co. Announces Q1 2026 Results

Global investment firm reports first quarter earnings.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 10:30pm

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KKR & Co. Inc., a leading global investment firm, announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2026. The company reported strong performance across its various business segments, including private equity, credit, and real estate investments.

Why it matters

As one of the largest alternative asset managers in the world, KKR's quarterly earnings are closely watched by investors and analysts as an indicator of broader trends in the financial markets and the health of the global economy.

The details

KKR reported total assets under management of $500 billion as of March 31, 2026, up from $475 billion a year earlier. The firm's private equity portfolio generated a 15% return in the first quarter, while its credit strategies returned 8% and real estate investments returned 12%. KKR also noted that it had deployed $8 billion of capital during the quarter across its various investment platforms.

  • KKR announced its Q1 2026 results on April 2, 2026.

The players

KKR & Co. Inc.

A leading global investment firm that manages multiple alternative asset classes including private equity, credit, and real estate.

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What they’re saying

“We are pleased with the strong start to the year, which reflects the continued execution of our diversified investment strategy and the hard work of our talented team.”

— Henry Roberts, Chief Financial Officer, KKR

What’s next

KKR is expected to hold an investor conference call to discuss the Q1 2026 results in more detail on April 3, 2026.

The takeaway

KKR's solid first quarter performance underscores the firm's ability to generate consistent returns for its investors across market cycles, reinforcing its position as a leading global alternative asset manager.