Middle East

This year has seen a trend of new aviation finance platforms; the newest entrant targets a portfolio of $2bn.

The fund is Ninety One’s third vintage focused on senior credit in emerging markets.

Lenders are ramping up their energy transition efforts against a backdrop of escalating power demand and renewed emphasis on energy security.

Different jurisdictions demand varying perspectives according to Kyle Shonak, chief transaction officer, North America; Ben Mukhida-Olushola, global head transaction counsel; and Tim Stewart, head of Asia-Pacific, at Gordon Brothers.

Macroeconomic shocks and the outbreak of conflict in recent years has brought energy sovereignty into sharp relief, and private credit is in a prime position to help nations reduce their reliance on finite fossil fuels.

The energy transition opportunity is now being driven by realism and commercial objectives more than climate philosophy or government policy, says Don Dimitrievich, global head of Nuveen Energy Infrastructure Credit.

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.

HPS will tap into Citigroup’s origination capabilities to provide loans to corporate and sponsor-backed borrowers.

A record first quarter speaks to continued institutional investor enthusiasm for private debt despite concerns on the retail side.