Europe

PDI Europe Summit: GPs doubling down on trusted sectors

As managers assess tariff impacts, sectors such as healthcare and business services are seen as safe bets. Meanwhile, domestically focused businesses may stand to benefit from the decline of globalisation.

Europe is now front of mind for LPs

The region still has economic and geopolitical challenges but, with negative sentiment around the US, has an opportunity to grow its share of the private debt market.

Blackstone’s European wealth fund gains momentum

ECRED, which was launched in late 2022 amid headwinds in the region, has reached a €2bn fundraising milestone.

Tresmares Capital on managing systemic risk through proactive asset selection

A tech-led origination strategy that identifies high-growth micro-sectors can mitigate risks posed by macroeconomic volatility, says Philippe Arbour, senior partner and head of UK at Tresmares Capital.

Regional guide: Benelux punches above its weight for dealflow

Deals in the Netherlands have climbed steeply in the past five years.

Regional guide: UK’s direct lending market sees a strong rebound

The UK market accounts for almost three out of every 10 transactions across Europe.

Pemberton Asset Management: Strength in numbers

LPs should prioritise managers with deep, locally rooted teams and robust credit capabilities to unlock the full potential of the European mid-market, says Boris Harmsen of Pemberton Asset Management.

How regulation has powered Germany’s private credit market

Regulatory changes have opened up Germany’s private credit landscape over the past decade, with compelling returns for investors going forward, writes Jakob Schramm of Golding Capital Partners.

Regional guide: Europe’s managers optimistic despite macro challenges

Europe’s strong track record for private credit is cause for celebration, even as increased competition for assets is driving a diversification trend across Europe.

Regional guide: Sponsorless deals and GDP growth drive CEE private debt

Strong economic growth in Poland is creating space for private credit, alongside appetite from family offices and pension funds across the region.