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Private Credit Defaults 101: Back to School
As Labor Day approaches, the unofficial end of summer is upon us. But, before we get too sad, there is also the familiar back-to-school energy.
All Ahead Full - Themes for 2022
As investment managers run through the tape towards an incredibly productive 2021, many are asking what will the new year…
Is infrastructure poised for a resurgence?
Download PitchBook’s Report here. Infrastructure is much in the news these days, given the massive spending bill currently being legislated in…
Team Effort
Combined syndicated and direct loans were a record $228 billion, topping BSL’s 2007’s mark.
Including direct lending loans, 2021 US LBO volume is at an all-time high
When including direct lending deals, US LBO loan volume has reached an all-time high this year. Year-to-date through November 22,…
Private Debt Intelligence - 11/22/2021
North American private debt AUM growth vs. Europe [wpdm_package id=’50325′] Up until the Global Financial Crisis, the majority of Europe-focused…
German buyouts set new records
As mid-market activity soars, debt funds continue their relentless advance and the banks have revived too. One quick conclusion that…
Percentage of Loans with Asset Sale Sweep Step-downs
(Past performance is no guarantee of future results.) Contact: Steven Miller
Loan Stats at a Glance - 11/22/2021
Contact: Marina Lukatskymarina.lukatsky@spglobal.com
A Market in Full’s Year-End
Our friends at William Blair ended their 3Q survey with issues most impacting leveraged loans through year-end. Here are a…
Middle Market Deal Terms at a Glance - November 2021
Source: SPP Capital Partners Contact: Stefan Shaffer stefan@sppcapital.com
BDC portfolio loan coupons tighten significantly in 2021
The huge growth of fundraising in the direct lending market and the resulting need to put money to work has…









All Ahead Full: Private Credit Outlook 2022 (Second of a Series)
Thanksgiving week in the US capital markets is always a mixed blessing. A wonderful time for families and friends, celebration…