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GI 75: Who are private debt’s top 75 LPs?

Our annual Global Investor 75 ranking shows which investors are committing the most to the private debt asset class.

Asset-backed finance: Vast opportunity is changing the conversation

It is estimated that the ABF universe totals about $19trn, versus about $1.7trn for direct lending.

Five LPs speak of an asset class in transition

The shift from direct lending to speciality finance, adapting to ESG requirements and responding to regulatory scrutiny: these are some of the evolutionary steps being taken by private debt. Five investors share their thoughts on changing times.

Claret Capital Partners: Conditions remain ripe for venture debt

As SME owners face dilution, many turn to the venture debt market. David Bateman, managing partner of Claret Capital Partners, explains some of the latest trends.

CVI on the best SME lending opportunities in CEE

With strong growth rates and limited competition, Central and Eastern Europe is a land of promise for lenders, say Marcin Leja, partner and CEO; Magdalena Śniegocka, principal; and Radoslav Tausinger, partner at CVI.

SME lenders expect a rebound

Amid challenging market conditions, smaller businesses have put growth plans on hold. But as things begin to stabilise, capital providers are confident of seeing increased demand.

What will SME lending look like in 2028?

What might the maturity wall bring? And will banks be back in force in the SME lending space by 2028?

GI 75 2024: Methodology

How we compiled the 2024 GI 75 ranking.

LCIV plans to commit to debt

The London-based asset manager plans to commit £400m over the next year.

Why evergreen funds are gaining attention in Europe

Evergreen vehicles are growing in popularity across alternative assets and in private debt in particular, say Proskauer’s Joshua Jones and James Oussedik.