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There are concerns over macroeconomic stresses and leverage, but net asset value finance has proved resilient – and many expect that to continue.

As markets are upended by the resurgence of inflation and interest rates, credit managers will face a range of issues in the year ahead, say Randy Schwimmer and Jessica Nels.

The UK’s protection of biodiversity is ranked near the bottom of league tables. But simple debt investments could make a huge difference, says Heal Rewilding's Jan Stannard.

With the threat of data breaches only increasing, lenders need to keep a close eye on what goes into deal documentation say Evan Palenschat and Ryan Blaney.

Tougher times lie ahead and fund managers need to have an action plan for how to guard against issues down the line.

Despite economic headwinds, ICG's Peter Lockhead and Mathieu Vigier expect 2022 will be a strong year for M&A activity.

Were the Chinese property developer to default, it would be the high-yield market in the immediate firing line. By Andy Thomson

With strong returns on the back of thriving mid-market corporate lending, business development companies appear poised for further growth. But fees and regulation are a concern

The aviation industry has experienced severe turbulence as a result of the pandemic, but alternative lenders can sense soaring returns. John Bakie reports

Economic recovery has seen inflationary concerns return for the first time in more than a decade, meaning managers must prepare for future risks. But opinion is divided, with some believing deflation is a bigger long-term concern. By John Bakie and Robin Blumenthal