The environment was quite constructive to start 2025, with significant deal flow carrying over from 2024 and expectations for ...

Private credit has transformed from a niche alternative to a cornerstone of institutional and individual portfolios.

Private market assets have increasingly become a go-to investment for financial advisors. 401(k) plan access, newer interval funds and other evolving investment pathways to alternatives are opening ...

Tighter bank standards and elevated credit-card delinquencies have created an opening for direct lenders in 2025. As traditional banks retreat, digital platforms are filling the gap for small-ticket ...

Morgan Stanley Direct Lending focuses on non-cyclical private credit, runs a first lien strategy and has solid balance sheet quality. The portfolio also grew 8% year-over-year and the investment firm ...

Unlike some other investment vehicles that benefit from preferential tax treatment, such as qualified dividends or long-term capital gains, which are taxed at lower rates, direct lending returns do ...

PGIM today announced the final close of PGIM Senior Loan Opportunities II, L.P. (“PSLO II”), the second commingled private credit fund available to unaffiliated investors in its middle market direct ...

When securing a home loan, personal loan or refinancing option, the decision between working with a broker or a direct lender can significantly influence the process, rates and outcomes. Understanding ...

The BSL market is an important source of finance for medium- and large-sized companies. In a traditional BSL deal, several banks and non-bank financial institutions act as a syndicate and lend a ...

Founder and CEO Anthony Hsieh commits to building the Consumer Direct Lending model of the future Founding Employee and Executive Vice President of Consumer Direct Lending Alex Madonna will work to ...

Earnings Call Insights: Morgan Stanley Direct Lending Fund (MSDL) Q2 2025 David Miller, Chairman, highlighted a significant leadership transition with the appointment of Michael Occi as CEO following ...

Discover the financial risks of Direct PLUS Loans for parents, including large borrowing limits, no grace period, and limited repayment options impacting retirement.