The Alta Group issued its 2026 Insights report, detailing how technology adoption and investment trends are impacting the equipment finance sector. The release was announced in a company statement.
Artificial intelligence and changing capital expenditure priorities are central to financing strategies for banks, captives, and independent lessors, according to the report. It analyzes how firms are adjusting to new asset classes, technology financing demands, and emerging revenue models.
A new feature called Alta Pulsepoint is included, described as a heatmap to identify risks and growth opportunities in the equipment finance market. The report also covers developments in technology financing, such as data centre equipment and intelligence-as-a-service offerings, which are generating new revenue streams.
Valerie L. Gerard, Co-CEO of Alta, stated that AI is moving from isolated pilot programs to a core operational component for equipment finance businesses. She said it is improving credit decisioning, operational efficiency, and overall competitiveness in a complex market.
The report notes that volatility, tariffs, and credit risk continue to affect the sector, but investment in technology, AI infrastructure, and clean energy offers firms ways to strengthen their position. Alta intends the guidance to help industry leaders navigate these shifts with agility, discipline, and credit-focused strategies.