Andy Thomson
The fund manager is thought to be targeting total commitments of €1.2bn for a final close around the middle of this year.
Time is fast running out, with a midnight PST deadline tomorrow before voting in our annual awards is brought to a close.
Last year saw the lowest aggregate annual total since 2014, while the number of individual fund closes also fell markedly.
Votes have been received in record numbers. There are now just seven days remaining for you to add to the tally.
The firm, which has three offices in Italy, is aiming to reach a final close on €300m over the next two years.
Fierce competition for deals has led to speculation about the bursting of the direct lending bubble. But troubles in the broadly syndicated market may come to the rescue.
An example of bank/fund collaboration, the vehicle allows the Swiss fund manager to take a slice of loans originated by the financial services giant.
Thoughts may be turning to festive celebrations, but don’t forget to register your votes in our annual awards contest.
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The fund manager has hired Eimear Palmer as responsible investing officer from Carlyle Group.