Economy

Squire Patton Boggs: New era creates challenges and opportunities for debt funds

The asset class can take advantage of the fast-changing environment, says Gabriel Yomi Dabiri, global head, private credit and direct lending, Squire Patton Boggs.

Apollo’s credit unit drives record quarterly inflows and fee earnings

IG credit and ABF, as well as CLO management, part of the unit that represents 82% of AUM, contribute to the results.

Real estate debt remains strong as private debt fundraising falters

Private lenders are poised to snap up $1trn of CRE mortgages in the next three to five years, says Moody’s.

Carlyle announces leadership changes

Mark Jenkins, Carlyle’s head of global credit, will become co-president of the firm alongside John Redett and Jeff Nedelman.

Blackstone credit and insurance unit brings in half of Q2 inflows

President Jon Gray sees the dealmaking pause in the rearview mirror, and expresses optimism for a return of M&A.

Could a LIBOR-style scandal happen again?

The LIBOR scandal finally came to an end this week, after two London traders had their convictions overturned. But could interest rates be manipulated like this again?

Determining private credit’s systemic risk

While regulators are worried about systemic risk from private credit, KBRA research suggests risk is contained.

The shifting perspective of Korean and Japanese LPs

We heard first-hand from some of the countries’ most influential investors about their concerns, ambitions and strategic priorities on the cusp of H2.

Japanese, Korean LPs ramp up GP scrutiny amid macro concerns

LPs from the region are looking more closely at workout capabilities, deal sourcing and back-office staffing when assessing new and existing managers.

Italian private debt on the rise

Private debt is increasing its importance as a source of financing in Italy. Vieri Betti Guaraldi of Houlihan Lokey explains why.