Fund Managers

The next phase of private credit is about access, not scale

The industry’s biggest challenge is to widen access to private credit for both investors and borrowers, writes Jackson Square’s Timothy Alexander.

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.

MSCI: Private credit returns outpace PE in Q1 2025

Senior direct lending’s return outpaced MSCI’s high-yield bond and IG corporate bond indexes in Q1.

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.

Generali Asset Management : How secondaries enhance the value proposition of private credit

Private credit secondaries is still a nascent market, but poised for strong growth and increasing specialisation, says Marco Busca, head of indirect private debt at Generali Asset Management, part of Generali Investments.

To draw talent to impact, a rethink on fees may be needed

If impact is to attract the most talented GPs – and a wide pool of investors – it mustn’t make itself too expensive.

Lending and the art of ‘checking’

Will the most suitable lender win the deal in today’s market? Not necessarily, says Charlie Perer of SG Credit Partners, as intermediaries draw up rules of engagement that invite a wide number of participants.

Carlyle, Citi form asset-backed finance partnership for fintech lenders

The partnership formed following Carlyle’s September purchase of home equity sharing company Unison.