Small companies play a vital role in the economy, but the pandemic has left many struggling financially. Could alternative lenders fill the gaps to support a broad economic recovery? John Bakie investigates
5 min read · 01 December 2021
Small and medium-sized business borrowers are increasingly looking to online technology specialists in the post-pandemic era. Michael Haley reports
5 min read · 01 December 2021
Firms are recruiting for responsible investment roles and looking for individuals with skill sets ranging from investor relations to ESG integration.
5 min read · 01 December 2021
Borrowers are tapping into ample liquidity for acquisitions and developments while lenders are being adequately compensated for risk.
3 min read · 29 November 2021
An uneven recovery may lead to a divergence in sector-specific NPL ratios.
3 min read · 29 November 2021
Oaktree’s Howard Marks reflects on how the world is changing in his latest memo. Plus: trade bodies welcome proposed changes to the ELTIF and Octopus has high hopes for real estate debt. Here’s today’s brief for our valued subscribers only.
5 min read · 29 November 2021
Antares’ Devasena Vallabhaneni on how flexible financing structures are helping private equity to build value in the healthcare sector.
1 min read · 29 November 2021
A Moody’s report has set tongues wagging regarding the risks or otherwise of private credit. We consider the arguments.
3 min read · 25 November 2021
Nick Brooks of ICG on the dangers of talking ourselves into an inflationary environment. Plus: Tikehau reflects on what made private debt resilient through the pandemic and PwC Luxembourg begins compiling ESG fund data. Here’s today’s brief for our valued subscribers only.
4 min read · 25 November 2021
