Opportunistic Credit

Do private markets require a rebrand?

With the retailisation of alternatives set to transform the industry, building brand awareness with individual investors has become a priority for managers.

Market sentiment towards retail opportunities heats up

Private markets’ enthusiasm for the retail space is no fleeting trend, according to data from recent industry studies.

Democratisation & Transparency: How alternative assets are readying for individual investors

Opening up alternative assets to non-institutional investors, from HNWIs to 401(k) account holders, represents up to $80trn. It’s an alluring pot of capital for an industry with flatlining annual fundraising figures in some asset classes. And yet, multiple headwinds exist, making the journey towards increasing democratisation far from straightforward.

How tech could drive the next wave of democratisation

Further technology advances are required to truly unlock the potential of the private wealth market.

DOWNLOAD: Debt fundraising rings in record Q3

Record fundraising in Q3 for private debt as investors seek stable returns.

Is junior capital PIK’s innocent victim?

Why the ‘good’ vs ‘bad’ PIK debate is also about junior capital vs senior debt.

Apollo launches private debt sports investment subsidiary

NorthStar’s Al Tylis will become CEO of the venture, which will focus on both debt and hybrid capital investment opportunities.

General Atlantic holds $2bn first close for flagship credit strategy

The North American senior debt fund seeks to find divergent credit opportunities in return for higher yield.

LCM secures €3.8bn for credit opps first close

The amount includes €600m contributed by Brookfield.

BCI says Europe exposure key for private debt diversification

After making major investments in the region this year, the Canadian LP says diversifying its credit portfolio with strategic agreements is a key pillar of its strategy.