Andy Thomson
A second survey has backed up an existing one in identifying a declining private debt default rate. The omens for portfolio company performance are promising.
Private debt fund managers are struggling to raise capital, but investors have reason to gain confidence in the prospects of the asset class.
In the face of growing cost pressures, there are few signs that private debt borrowers are experiencing widespread distress.
An anti-ESG backlash in some US states has created challenges for private markets managers but there are few signs of ESG moving down the priority list elsewhere.
HPS's governing partner Michael Patterson explains how the firm's attitude towards complexity has been fundamental to its growth.
Accelex harnesses artificial intelligence and other technologies in a bid to bring more transparency to the asset class. The firm's Nicole Weder highlights some of the opportunities and challenges.
Rising rates are putting companies under pressure, but predicting widespread distressed activity continues to be a brave bet.
Progress has been made but more still needs to be done as GPs strive to make their sustainability efforts meaningful.
As we look back on 10 years of extraordinary growth for the asset class, we select 30 of the pivotal figures in private debt’s evolution. Here are our final 15 changemakers.
As we look back on 10 years of extraordinary growth for the asset class, we select 30 of the pivotal figures in private debt’s evolution. Here are our first 15 Changemakers.