Mid-Market

A deep segment, less competition, downside protection and solid returns through different economic environments. All reasons why the smaller deals market is flourishing, says Charles-Henri Clappier, partner and head of KSO France and business development.

The first half of 2024 has seen bumper fundraising for private debt’s number one strategy, with attention being drawn to a possible M&A revival.

Co-CEO Scott Nuttall sees ABF as a potentially $5trn-plus market for lenders.

Survey shows a mixed bag in investor attitudes toward the asset class, though many intend to increase allocations

Dividend recapitalisations also trend up, but only among higher-rated borrowers.

New Mexico’s sovereign wealth fund wants to put more than $1bn toward private debt per year.

What might the maturity wall bring? And will banks be back in force in the SME lending space by 2028?

Campbell Lutyens also finds concerns among investors that private credit is growing too quickly.

Lenders are stretching terms amid an overabundance of dry power and too few deals.