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Opportunistic credit funds are gearing up for a busy year as increased interest rates start to bite, says Alter Domus group sector head of debt capital markets Greg Myers.
Whether it is to support founders seeking the next phase of growth or to address liquidity needs, opportunistic credit is a growing focus for private credit, says Guillermo Ferre, head of Spain and Italy at Kartesia.
With a robust economic outlook despite elevated interest rates, prospects for APAC private credit remain strong, but international LPs are still underallocating to the asset class, say Huatai International’s
Ryan Chung and Isaac Wong.
Emerging markets are proving it is possible to make responsible and sustainable investments over the cycle and see a genuine impact, says Nicholas Bamber, head of private credit at LGIM Real Assets.
Special situations investing in Europe is changing, says Ahmed Hamdani, founder and managing partner at Zetland Capital.
Jack Gay, global head of real estate debt at Nuveen Real Estate, takes an in-depth look at the sector’s key characteristics.
Real estate direct lending can offer stable returns without the fluctuations of the public markets – a quality valued by investors today, says Ellis Sher, managing director, Arrow Lending Opportunities.
Amid tough times for the commercial real estate market, Alexandra Cooley, chief investment officer and co-founder of Nuveen Green Capital, highlights a new source of green finance that provides a bright spot.
Heading into the early months of 2024, real estate debt presents an intriguing mix of opportunity and challenges. Andrew Smith, head of real estate debt at Kayne Anderson, explains why.
With demand for debt rising, returns increasing and a big market growth opportunity in Europe, the growth debt strategy appears to have a bright future. David Bateman and Johan Kampe, co-managing partners at Claret Capital Partners, explore the key trends.