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John Bakie

John Bakie joined Private Debt Investor in November 2017 as news editor. He has spent over a decade covering a wide range of financial services including private equity, venture capital, retail investment, securities trading and asset custody.
Private firms are growing their share of Europe’s economy and increasing leverage levels to help them expand.
The shipping industry has suffered through the difficult post-crisis years, but as the global economy picks up, banks may not be ready to finance its recovery. John Bakie reports
The shipping industry has suffered through the difficult post-crisis years, but as the global economy picks up, banks may not be ready to finance its recovery. John Bakie reports
Alan Aimers will help the specialist wealth manager expand its debt offering.
The former BlueBay partner brings years of experience in private debt to the LP-focused business.
Former BlueBay executive Abhik Das was recently hired as the new head of private debt at Golding Capital Partners. He was asked for his views on current market conditions.
Deal activity is expected to grow, with positive economic conditions being one of the key drivers.
The card services provider has received a second injection of cash after a year of strong growth.
Investors are bullish about deal activity, but increased competition has fuelled concerns about covenants and EBITDA multiples.
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