Mid-Market

From differentiated dealflow to favourable terms and pricing, mid-market debt has several structural dynamics that infrastructure investors find compelling.

DPI may primarily be seen as a private equity problem, but an expectation of timely returns means private credit is being held to an even higher standard.

Two reports agree on the challenges and apparent ‘calm’ of 2026, but suggest different views of what comes next.

The manager’s deputy co-head of hybrid, Chris Lahoud, says the current moment is one of heightened volatility.

The disruptive influence of artificial intelligence means sector knowledge in private credit has never been more important, say Permira Credit’s David Hirschmann and Benoit Vauchy.

A confluence of macroeconomic tailwinds and cleverly structured portfolios means that the European mid-market is well placed to endure a challenging credit cycle.

Investors are looking to expand into new strategies and sector specialisms as focus on the continent intensifies.

San Francisco-based manager focuses on growth-stage, mid-market tech with long-term demand.