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We examine the top takeaways from Private Debt Investor’s Japan Korea Week at a watershed moment for the global private credit industry.

The mid-market universe continues to expand despite market headwinds.

The banks dominate in the region but, in India, regulations are tipping things in favour of alternative capital sources.

Consolidation continues apace in the mid-market as private credit seeks out new origination channels.

As investors place greater emphasis on diversification, this often-overlooked sector is gaining attention – despite the risks.

Inside: Private credit’s DPI dilemma; How bank tie-ups are redefining the mid-market; Why the biggest managers are moving into the lower mid-market; Expert analysis from industry leaders; And much more…

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.

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.

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

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.