Jim Zelter, co-president at Apollo Asset Management, shares expert insights on the evolving U.S. economic landscape compared to Europe. He discusses the impact of rising interest rates on private credit as a savvy investment approach. Zelter also dives into labor market shifts, highlighting the growth of healthcare jobs versus a decline in manufacturing. Additionally, he examines how political dynamics in Washington are shaping market trends as 2025 unfolds.

Jim Zelter, co-president of Apollo, shares insights on the booming private credit markets and how they are reshaping corporate financing. He discusses the vital need for long-term capital in building infrastructures like chip factories and energy projects, emphasizing that these shouldn’t rely on short-term bank deposits. Zelter also contrasts American and European banking models and explores the risks and rewards of private credit investments, offering a glimpse into the transformative landscape of finance.

Jim Zelter, Co-President of Apollo Asset Management, shares his expert insights on the investment landscape and economic climate. He highlights the benefits of investing in private credit over traditional equities. Jim also contrasts the resilience of U.S. markets with challenges in Europe, discussing political impacts like those from the Liz Truss administration. He examines partnerships between private capital and banking, emphasizing their importance amid a changing financial environment. Mergers and acquisitions are optimistic, yet the IPO market remains uncertain.

Jim Zelter, Co-president of Apollo Global Management, discusses the firm's earnings and the stress pockets in the US economy. He also talks about the Fed's decisions, the competitive nature of banking and asset management, the strength of the US economy, market structure challenges, and implications for companies' capital raising and challenges in the economy.

Jim Zelter, Co-president of Apollo Global Management, discusses Apollo's recent earnings, pockets of stress in the US economy, and his views on the Fed's decisions. Topics also include the competitive nature of the banking and asset management industry, the strength of the US economy, market structure issues, and implications for companies raising capital and credit stress.