Fees have broadly stayed constant. But when it comes to fund economics, there is still a danger of LPs being dealt a weaker hand at the negotiating table.
3 min read · 25 July 2019
The continent looks set to follow in the footsteps of the US as venture lending gathers steam, but challenges lie in wait.
3 min read · 18 July 2019
LIBOR has underpinned financial products for decades. But it could be phased out in less than three years, with huge implications for private debt lenders.
3 min read · 11 July 2019
Timing, fees and manager differentiation are among the key issues for limited partners prepared to take a punt on GPs that thrive on turmoil.
3 min read · 27 June 2019
Putting diversity at the heart of recruitment when building an asset management business can have many benefits, asserts banking and investment professional Gabriella Kindert.
2 min read · 20 June 2019
The European Parliament has approved changes to the pre-marketing of alternatives funds that should make the process easier across the continent.
2 min read · 20 June 2019
The spotlight is intensifying as private debt’s role in the stability of the financial system is questioned – and misunderstandings needs to be addressed.
2 min read · 11 June 2019
Although unfavourable deal terms have been in the spotlight, they are not the only cause for resentment among lenders in today’s market.
3 min read · 06 June 2019
It’s a market that’s attracting a lot of attention, for better or – mostly – worse. We attended an S&P event to hear about the latest trends.
3 min read · 23 May 2019