Claire Coe Smith
Interest rate rises to tame inflationary pressures have ‘wrought havoc’ on private debt portfolios, so how are lenders reacting?
Investors are seeking reassurance about diversity, equity and inclusion.
Opportunistic credit funds are seeking to benefit from macro uncertainty.
US direct lenders are seeking to gain an edge with industry knowledge.
Record numbers of LPs are committing capital to secondaries funds in private debt.
Investors remain confident that private debt can hit benchmarks, despite some overallocation concerns.
As LPs continue to focus on ESG, there are signs GPs are getting better at meeting their demands.
PDI’s LP Perspectives 2023 Study finds investor sentiment holding up despite the uncertainty.
LPs are deterred by the speed that it takes to evaluate opportunities.
A rethink in fundraising plans is proving a boon for growth lenders.