Fund managers

How tech could drive the next wave of democratisation

Further technology advances are required to truly unlock the potential of the private wealth market.

Five takeaways from the PDI DACH Forum

Spread compression, the First Brands bankruptcy and geopolitical risk were among the talking points at our annual gathering in Munich.

Eagle Point, Apple Bank form equipment financing venture

Newton, the newly formed venture, will source deals across the US and be administered by both companies.

Secondaries arrives in the mainstream

With GP-led deals taking centre stage amid a subdued M&A market and LP thirst for liquidity, private credit secondaries have a big role to play in the asset class’s future. By Daniel Roddick of Ely Place Partners.

DOWNLOAD: Debt fundraising rings in record Q3

Record fundraising in Q3 for private debt as investors seek stable returns.

Is junior capital PIK’s innocent victim?

Why the ‘good’ vs ‘bad’ PIK debate is also about junior capital vs senior debt.

Apollo launches private debt sports investment subsidiary

NorthStar’s Al Tylis will become CEO of the venture, which will focus on both debt and hybrid capital investment opportunities.

General Atlantic holds $2bn first close for flagship credit strategy

The North American senior debt fund seeks to find divergent credit opportunities in return for higher yield.

Blackstone taps BlackRock for APAC insurance solutions head

The private markets giant has made the hire as part of its drive to raise more capital from insurers, Private Debt Investor has learned.

Barings hires first APAC insurance solutions head in team buildout

The asset manager is also recruiting for an equivalent North America role as it looks to raise more capital from insurers.