Speciality finance

Derivative Path: Private credit grows to embrace hedging strategies

Hedge management is increasingly becoming a core strategy for managers seeking to better handle risk, says Brett Morrell, head of risk solutions at Derivative Path

Viola secures $2bn for fintech-powered lenders

The fund will invest in lenders using fintech to disrupt traditional financial services sectors.

PDI Awards 2025: It’s time to submit your entries!

The Private Debt Investor Global Awards return.

Oxane report: Banks are coming back, non-bank lenders will benefit

‘Private Credit+’ is a $45trn opportunity globally. Direct lending, $1.5trn of that amount, is saturated, the report says.

Fasanara signs €150m deal with SME lender Teylor

The deal will enable Teylor to expand its lending business across Europe while providing a template for future global ambitions.

Three key speciality finance trends

Speciality finance strategies are gaining pace in the broader credit market, with investors keen to participate in niche plays.

ICG: The ABF market is just getting started

Asset-backed finance is only at the beginning of its growth journey as opportunities for stable returns continue to proliferate in the space, says Sridhar Bearelly, head of alternative credit at ICG.

Royalties offer a path to geopolitical resilience

The growing asset class is relatively well insulated from trade wars and geopolitics.

Partners Group on an asset class to watch

Investors that are early to recognise the huge growth potential of royalties are well positioned to reap the benefits of innovation in the space, says Partners Group’s head of royalties, Stephen Otter.