Fund Managers

Ares names new Asia credit head

An ex-Goldman Sachs executive will succeed Edwin Wong, with new co-heads for the Asia special situations strategy also in place.

Barings BDC joins peers in gating redemptions after 11.3% is requested

The manager says redemption gates allow the non-listed fund to ‘preserve portfolio integrity and continue deploying capital’.

Tikehau and Amova launch Asia private markets joint venture

The new venture will focus on decarbonisation strategies in private equity and private credit.

Moody’s: bank NDFI exposure grows to $1.4trn at year-end 2025

Loans to non-depository financial institutions were some of the fastest expanding areas of lending for large US banks.

Private credit exposure to AI risks driven by incentive structures – report

Private debt funds face exposure to AI-disrupted industries in approaching 60% of assets, driven by a culture focused on origination rather than portfolio management.

How can GPs make co-investment work for them?

In a challenging fundraising environment, co-investment is a strong bargaining chip for LPs – but it can create headaches for fund managers.

Co-investment: The right deal for the right fee

Co-investment offers fee benefits and an opportunity for greater selectivity, but due diligence can be demanding and co-investors need to consider that they will remain passive investors.

Which LPs have an appetite for sharing?

If you’re wondering which investors might be keen on co-investments, here are six looking to partner up.

Ares, Antares close $1.7bn continuation vehicle

CV will comprise over 300 first-lien loans originated and managed by Antares.