European transactions have dropped to the lowest number since the covid-19 pandemic broke out, due to a sharp decline in LBO volumes and other difficult market conditions.
Could lower-market strategies offer a more fertile hunting ground for credit managers in an increasingly competitive market? Prime Lead Partners' Viral Patel considers the evidence.
The use of sustainability-linked loans is becoming widespread but pricing and valuation can be complex. John Czapla and Adrian Lowery of VRC consider the issues.
A second survey has backed up an existing one in identifying a declining private debt default rate. The omens for portfolio company performance are promising.