Asset-backed finance

Atalaya looks at sizing the opportunity for asset-based finance

The US ABF market is poised to grow, necessitating credit expertise to identify and finance a compelling value proposition for private debt investors, says Ivan Zinn, founder and CIO of Atalaya Capital.

Blackstone partners with Barclays in consumer credit deal

Barclays sells $1.1bn in credit card debt to Blackstone’s asset-based finance group in latest deal to reduce risk assets.

Goldman Sachs’ earnings from debt investments rise

Collateralised loans grew with help from Signature Bank’s bankruptcy auction.

Carlyle buys Monogram’s $415m private student loan portfolio

Monogram is a Boston-based provider of finance solutions for students and their families.

Citi breaks into private credit with LuminArx partnership

The bank will source deals for strategic financing venture, anchored by more than $2bn from the asset manager and institutions.

Asset-based lending: Formulaic but not simple

A focus on collateral allows asset-based lending to provide something of a safe haven in volatile times. Larry Klaff and Lisa Galeota of First Eagle Alternative Credit consider its merits.

Goldman puts focus on private credit with executive changes

The asset manager names Greg Olafson global head of private credit in its bid to double its $110bn platform.

Where is the sweet spot in lending to healthcare concerns?

The healthcare industry benefits from various tailwinds. We explore which sectors credit fund managers are choosing to invest in.

Real estate hybrid investments thrive amid credit crunch – LCN

Private equity real estate firm LCN says sale-leasebacks and build-to-suit deals offer considerable downside protection for investors.