The Rise of Private Credit Funds

In this episode of the InsuranceAUM.com podcast, Stewart Foley talks with Grady Frank, Partner and Head of Private Credit Origination at GoldenTree Asset Management, about the evolving landscape of private credit. Grady delves into how GoldenTree approaches the upper end of private credit markets, focusing on large borrowers and navigating complex refinancing solutions. He discusses key opportunities in dividend recaps, M&A activity, and private credit's role in financing large transactions, while also sharing insights on maintaining discipline in credit underwriting amidst a challenging economic environment.   Grady provides an inside look at the state of the private credit market, its growing importance for economic stability, and how firms like GoldenTree balance flexibility with a commitment to strong returns. The conversation covers how private credit has evolved, fund size implications, and the potential for M&A resurgence, making this episode essential for insurance investors looking to understand this rapidly growing asset class.