Asia-Pacific

How Asia-Pacific’s character is changing

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

Collateral backing makes Asia-Pacific a solid bet

Attendees at the PDI APAC Forum heard about the security inherent in many deals in the region, challenging preconceptions around risk.

KIC and NPS committee member says ‘easy phase’ of private credit is over

Speaking at the PDI Network APAC Forum in Singapore, Samyoung Chung said his organisations were being more selective and examining different strategies in the asset class.

AllianzGI in $744m first close of APAC fund

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

EQT’s massive sustainability-linked credit facility leans into materiality

The $4.4bn subscription credit facility reflects a shift in the way sustainability is integrated into private markets investment processes.

PGIM: The view from Down Under

Mike Jones, managing director and head of Australia private credit at PGIM, says that growth has slowed somewhat as the country’s big banks remain active, with patience vital.

Asian insurer Prudential hires head of product development

The Hong Kong-headquartered firm, with $166bn under management, has appointed a former insurance CIO to what is understood to be a newly created role, Private Debt Investor has learned.

Last call: Cast your votes for PDI’s Rising Stars 2026 list!

The 2026 list will feature individuals under the age of 40 whom we believe have the ability and potential to shape the asset class in the years ahead.

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.

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.