
Private credit Direct Lending’s Evolution: Adapting Through a Shifting Environment
Through regulatory changes, the direct lending landscape has shifted from a bank-dominated market to one led by private credit managers.
The current private credit environment is often described as a “Goldilocks” scenario, supported by high base rates, strong credit fundamentals, and a PE-backed borrower base that increasingly favors private credit over traditional bank financing. Special situations strategies also remain particularly well positioned in a “higher for longer” rate environment. However, the fast-changing US political landscape under the new administration introduces a fresh set of economic, political, and social variables, creating both challenges and significant opportunities for private credit investors.
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Through regulatory changes, the direct lending landscape has shifted from a bank-dominated market to one led by private credit managers.
The experts from Invesco’s bank loan, direct lending, and distressed credit teams to share their views for the second quarter of 2025
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