Europe

Industrials and logistics catch growing mid-market lender appetite

As investors place greater emphasis on diversification, this often-overlooked sector is gaining attention – despite the risks.

LBP AM European Private Markets on tapping into Europe’s unique growth drivers

The European mid-market remains in good health, benefiting from market dynamics that set it apart from the US, says Peter Arnold, head of European private markets at LBP AM European Private Markets.

North America and Western Europe look to the East

Though North America and Western Europe aren’t at risk of losing investors, demand for diversification and spread premiums are moving dollars towards Asia-Pacific.

Bridgepoint Credit on why Europe has an edge

Europe’s structural advantages create a compelling opportunity set for private credit investors, according to Andrew Cleland-Bogle, partner and head of direct lending, and Stephen Escudier, partner and co-head of credit opportunities, at Bridgepoint Credit.

Arcmont and Churchill: Fundamentals are sound and potential returns are compelling

Mattis Poetter of Arcmont Asset Management and Mat Linett of Churchill Asset Management explain why the picture for mid-market lending remains compelling, despite negative headlines.

The mid-market tug of war

With the upper end of the mid-market becoming more competitive, questions turn to the risk of private debt’s big hitters moving further downstream.

Värde Partners on the case for Asia private credit now

Asia-Pacific is complex and demands a sophisticated approach to individual markets. But the opportunity has never been better for managers with deep understanding and relationships, says Haseeb Malik, head of Asia Credit at Värde Partners.

Private credit’s DPI dilemma

DPI may primarily be seen as a private equity problem, but an expectation of timely returns means private credit is being held to an even higher standard.

Pemberton closes Credit Opps IV on €3.4bn

The fund is the largest yet of Pemberton’s performing credit-focused opportunistic strategy.