Fund managers

The two “D’s” – a new era of dislocation and dispersion

This week’s publication of our latest fund performance data was a reminder that strong returns can be made in troubled times.

ACC, Configure: Stress appears contained, but lenders are taking no chances

Although AI disruption and other threats remain increasingly relevant, Houlihan Lokey data shows resilient portfolio dynamics.

Eurazeo closes fund VII above target on €3.9bn

The fund’s strategy also raised substantial capital from private wealth investors.

MetLife IM shuffles insurance solutions heads after merger

The US asset manager has shaken up its insurance team leadership after acquiring rival PineBridge, with its international solutions head departing.

Moodys shifts outlook of Blackstone, Golub public BDCs to negative

Both BDCs will retain their investment-grade ratings despite the pessimistic near-term outlook.

Goldman Sachs AM appoints new co-head of APAC client solutions

The US firm has hired an executive from JP Morgan, as insurers and other allocators continue to push into private credit, Private Debt Investor can reveal.

North America data overrides negative sentiment

Investors have concerns over the region – but that doesn’t mean capital will be redirected elsewhere any time soon.

Oaktree partners with Pantheon to scale European lending

The deal will see up to €1bn of investment to grow Oaktree’s European direct lending platform.

BDC redemptions climb higher than 2022 but rebound is on the cards

BDC redemption rates have increased sharply due to numerous macroeconomic issues and uncertainty around the impact of AI, but this could precede a rebound in credit fortunes.

Shamrock Capital holds final close on $813m media, entertainment fund

The latest vintage of the series, which previously held rights to Taylor Swift’s catalogue, continues its focus on acquiring cashflow-generating assets.