Investors

Destination debt

While private debt investment in the Western world soars, it has a lot of catching up to do in the developing markets.

Audax raises $825m for unitranche, stretch-senior loans

The firm has surpassed the $500m raised for a previous senior debt vehicle that closed in 2016.

2017 fundraising: Our interactive analysis of a record year

Private debt managers raised a record $180bn last year. Interact with our key data on the most popular strategies and biggest funds.

Indian investors knocking on affordable housing door

Doubts over profitability and scalability have plagued the sector but, as the banks retreat, non-banks are spying an opportunity.

Carlyle raises $800m ahead of favourable 2018 CLO outlook

CLO issuance could reach $100bn in 2018 despite potentially weakening credit quality, according to Moody’s.

Strategic direction

While more traditional lending strategies dominate investor allocations, more are looking at opportunities in niche offerings.

Allocation opportunity

Research shows a significant number of LPs are currently under allocating to debt funds.

Confidence or Caution?

Confidence in private debt holds up well, but investors seem to be concerned for the future.

‘Tis the season to be voting

But whether credit professionals will be jolly depends on coming first in any of our 47 annual awards categories.

Ares reaches $3.4bn close for second lien, mezzanine vehicle – exclusive

The private credit behemoth launched a private fund for the strategy to address a growing market gap and increase its hold size.