Investors

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.

BlackRock: Family offices increasing private debt allocation in 2025-26

Low loss performance, low distributions from PE and willingness to trade liquidity for yield bringing family offices off the sidelines.

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.

Guardian, Janus Henderson close strategic partnership

New York-London partnership closes less than three months after initial agreement, in latest union between an asset manager and an insurer.

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.

Burgers in alleys and sector specialisation: 7 things Korean LPs want from GPs

Speaking at PDI’s Seoul Forum this week, executives from Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance, Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance, National Federation of Fisheries Cooperatives and Government Employees Pension Service shared their key criteria for GP selection.

BCI anchors Arini’s $1bn direct lending push

The Canada-based investor announced it will anchor Arini’s first direct lending fund alongside a substantial co-investment agreement.

Chicago Teachers’ Pension Fund formalises private debt allocation

CTPF’s private debt target allocation will be phased in over a 36-month period beginning 1 July.

Insurers seek to add more private debt through rated vehicles

Asset managers are racing to meet investor demand for vehicles that can show positive characteristics to regulators

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.