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North America and Western Europe look to the East

Though North America and Western Europe aren’t at risk of losing investors, demand for diversification and spread premiums are moving dollars towards Asia-Pacific.

The mid-market tug of war

With the upper end of the mid-market becoming more competitive, questions turn to the risk of private debt’s big hitters moving further downstream.

Why infrastructure mid-market credit is building momentum

From differentiated dealflow to favourable terms and pricing, mid-market debt has several structural dynamics that infrastructure investors find compelling.

Private credit’s DPI dilemma

DPI may primarily be seen as a private equity problem, but an expectation of timely returns means private credit is being held to an even higher standard.

Investor Intentions: Korea Post issues RFP for infrastructure debt fund managers

Korea Post has issued a request for proposal for infrastructure debt fund managers.

Investor Intentions: SMTB to target unitranche and leveraged loans in 2026

The Japanese bank is looking to be active in the European private debt space.

Investor Intentions: Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management to be more conservative in its fund selection

Diversification will be a strong priority for the Japanese asset manager.

Investor Intentions: DBJ Asset Management actively pursues new GP partnerships

DBJAM will be expanding its private debt exposure in 2026.

Investor Intentions: Partners Capital to consider a broad range of opportunities in 2026

The institution will consider a variety of strategies and partnerships as part of its programme.

Investor Intentions: Kiwoom Asset Management to prioritise North American debt funds

The institution will prioritise direct lending and senior debt opportunities.