Fund managers

Hayfin raises €15bn for fifth direct lending fund

The firm said it benefited from a more conservative approach to fund structuring following difficulties with US semi-liquid vehicles.

How Asia-Pacific’s character is changing

We noted key takeaways from this week’s Private Debt Investor APAC Forum in Singapore.

Apollo caps redemptions from flagship non-listed BDC

Apollo Debt Solutions saw gross outflows of $400m for the second quarter of 2026.

Colbeck secures $400m for strategic income fund

The firm said its latest fund will complement its existing strategy with a focus on companies experiencing transformative growth.

AllianzGI in $744m first close of APAC fund

The fund is the third vintage to target mid-market private credit opportunities across the region.

White Oak launches £1.5bn strategy for UK industrial lending

The firm hopes to address a shortage of funding for businesses focused on key areas of manufacturing and industry.

Medallia taken over by Blackstone-led creditor group

The creditor trio will inject $150m to reduce Medallia debt, in addition to $500m from the company to invest in AI efforts.

Light at the end of the tunnel for M&A

The new deal market has been hampered by negative internal and external factors, but there are signs they may be easing.

Australian regulator warns private debt valuations ‘lagging economic reality’

ASIC said that updating valuations for 30 June should be an ‘immediate point of action’ for GPs and funds.

Strong slate of mega-funds pushes Q2 fundraising upwards

An early glimpse of Q2 fundraising shows that a number of large funds are set to contribute to another strong quarter.