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Ares Management and Regions Bank led $800 million of private credit loans as part of a $1.1 billion refinancing for Palladium Equity Partners-backed Quirch Foods, according to people with knowledge of the matter https://t.co/zb18iE8lki ...

Where is the leverage that we should be worried about if we should be at all. Do you worry about private credit and how connected that is to the banking system or not. >> Um I think we have a a challenge in private markets.If you're looking at the private equity markets, >> okay, >> they have a bunch of problems. Um in other words, can't sell deals, uh pricing of deals, returns and so on. Can't get cash out of them.And then of also um you're looking at venture >> venture is having uh problems >> and um a lo ...

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Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook said officials should monitor how unexpected losses in private credit may spread to the broader US financial system due to the “increased complexity and the interconnections” with leveraged firms https://t.co/DIBjn4XFYW ...

Core Viewpoint - Billionaire investor Jeffrey Gundlach warns that the private credit market in America is showing signs of distress, likening it to the unregulated CDO market before the 2008 financial crisis, describing it as "the Wild West" of finance [1][3]. Private Credit Market Overview - Private credit involves direct loans to companies from investors or funds, bypassing traditional banks, and has evolved into a multitrillion-dollar market [4]. - These funds aggregate capital from pension funds, insurance companies, and wealthy investors, offering loans that typically yield higher interest rates than conventional bonds or bank loans [4]. Market Conditions and Trends - Gundlach indicates that the private credit market is experiencing a shift from theoretical concerns to real challenges, with some firms likely to survive while others may face difficulties [2]. - The recent decision by Blue Owl Capital Corporation to abandon plans to merge its private credit funds reflects current market volatility, impacting stock prices of related entities [3]. Risks and Concerns - The private credit market is characterized by a lack of public market pricing, reduced regulation, and limited transparency and liquidity, which can pose risks during adverse market conditions [6]. - Gundlach highlights a specific case where a reputable firm marked bonds at 100 cents on the dollar, only to revise the valuation to zero a month later, illustrating the potential for drastic valuation changes [7]. - The illiquidity in private credit could exacerbate financial distress, similar to the liquidity squeeze seen during the 2008 crisis, where investors struggled to meet capital calls [8]. Market Dynamics - Gundlach emphasizes that in a fearful market, investors tend to shy away from illiquid assets, leading to a mismatch between large asset pools and liquidity needs during stressful times [9].

Portfolio Performance - A BlackRock managed private credit loan portfolio has performed poorly [1] - BlackRock has waived some management fees due to the poor performance, which is rare in the credit world [1]

Core Viewpoint - The innovative economy is currently a focal point for markets, with expectations of potential market corrections in the next year or two due to historical patterns following technological accelerations [2][4]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - There is ongoing volatility in the markets, and while some froth may have been removed, remnants could still exist [3][4]. - The pace of technology adoption is anticipated to be slower than the market currently expects, leading to fluctuations in investment returns over the coming years [6][7]. - Concerns exist regarding the ability of companies to meet debt obligations tied to new technologies, particularly if the pace of adoption does not align with expectations [8][9]. Group 2: Private Credit and Financing - Private credit is a significant area of financing for data center buildouts, with recent scrutiny over the valuations and performance of private credit managers [18][19]. - Goldman Sachs operates across the spectrum of private credit, lending to below-investment-grade companies that generally perform well in a strong economy [22][24]. - The credit risks associated with financing data centers differ from those of other private credit ventures, as data centers are often backed by large, stable companies like Google and Amazon [24][25]. Group 3: Long-term Economic Outlook - The long-term economic benefits from AI and technology deployment are expected to be substantial, contributing to productivity gains and overall economic growth [12][13][16]. - While short-term volatility is acknowledged, the overarching trend towards technological advancement is viewed as a secular trend that will not reverse [12][14]. - The importance of disciplined risk management and underwriting processes in credit markets is emphasized, particularly in the context of potential economic downturns [26][27].

Good morning C October that you wouldn't be surprised to see a drawdown in the next year or two, because that's what happens historically with an acceleration of new technology, and markets can run ahead of their potential. Given what we've seen over the last few weeks, do you feel like the froth has been fully taken out of the market, or do you think there's still some remnants of it. >> Well, first, I just want to say thank you for being here.This is an incredible conference. We have hundreds and hundreds ...

JPMorgan’s mega loans are rewriting the rules of debt markets. Private credit can’t keep up https://t.co/jx4Ts97lNo ...