Mid-Market

PDI Europe Summit: GPs doubling down on trusted sectors

As managers assess tariff impacts, sectors such as healthcare and business services are seen as safe bets. Meanwhile, domestically focused businesses may stand to benefit from the decline of globalisation.

Monroe Capital, Sumitomo and MA Asset Management go ‘old school and bottom up’ in JV

The joint venture will invest up to $1.7bn in US mid-market borrowers, and leverage their distinct strengths.

MSCI: Global private credit beats PE for third consecutive year

All three subgroups of private credit posted positive returns in 2024, with mezzanine loans leading the pack.

Tresmares Capital on managing systemic risk through proactive asset selection

A tech-led origination strategy that identifies high-growth micro-sectors can mitigate risks posed by macroeconomic volatility, says Philippe Arbour, senior partner and head of UK at Tresmares Capital.

Regional guide: Benelux punches above its weight for dealflow

Deals in the Netherlands have climbed steeply in the past five years.

Tariff uncertainty raises interest in ABL strategies

Some LPs say they haven’t made the move yet, but a large fundraise implies many already have.

Investec: The lower mid-market advantage

Strong relationships with borrowers and a deep understanding of their business are required to achieve compelling returns and attractive terms in the lower mid-market, according to Investec’s Callum Bell and Greg Betz.

Blackstone closes $8bn real estate debt fund

Blackstone Real Estate Debt Strategies V is the firm’s second $8bn fundraise for the strategy.

Ares alumni Graves launches public, private credit asset manager

Lane42 will receive $2bn in seed capital from hedge fund Millennium Management.

400 Capital closes fourth vintage of ABF fund

Asset Based Term Fund IV held an oversubscribed final close of $1.39bn, higher than its $1bn target.