The Private Credit Surge: What’s Next?

What started as a niche alternative could become a nearly $3 trillion juggernaut by 2028. In this conversation, we explore where the money is coming from, how borrowers and lenders are coping with tough conditions, and what lies ahead for the asset class—including possible new regulations. 

Host: Colin Ellis, Head of Centre for Credit Research, Moody’s Ratings

Guest: Christina Padgett, Associate Managing Director, Corporate Finance Group, Moody’s Ratings

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