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Private Credit Is Eyeing Bigger Margins on Loans (Source= Bloomberg) Turmoil in global markets this past week is causing private credit funds to question whether they should reconsider the ever-tighter loan margins they’re demanding. Industry stalwarts such as Ares Management Corp. and Blackstone Inc. have been charging less for private credit for most of this year, according to data compiled by Bloomberg News, as they try to snatch business away from the syndicated loan market. But that strategy may change after recession fears have risen amid a slew of worrying economic reports. The market turmoil that followed is causing a rethink about “some of the desirability of the spread compression that we’ve seen in the last few months,” David Golub, chief executive officer at Golub Capital BDC Inc., said in an earnings call this week. It “may take some of the steam out of some of the parties that have been most receptive to reducing spreads in the private market.” The $1.7 trillion private credit industry has grown rapidly in the past few years, as higher rates forced buyout firms to look further afield for funding while traditional lenders pulled back. Banks have become more competitive in recent months as they try to retain leveraged loan market share. In response, credit funds started pushing their pricing down, raising concerns about a potential race to the bottom. For bigger private credit loans, the interest above benchmarks that lenders demand has fallen by at least 100 basis points, or 1 percentage point, since the start of last year, according to a Bloomberg analysis.

Reliance Industries Secures $3 Billion Loan from 11 Banks to Refinance Maturing Debts Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), India's largest company by revenue, led by Mukesh Ambani, has secured a $3 billion loan from a consortium of 11 banks. This marks the largest loan agreement by the company in the past two years, according to a report by The Economic Times. The financing deal highlights Reliance's ability to mobilize significant capital from global financial markets, underscoring its strong reputation and creditworthiness. Loan Composition and Purpose Of the $3 billion raised, $450 million is denominated in Japanese yen, a strategic move that potentially reflects Reliance’s efforts to diversify its currency exposure and take advantage of favorable borrowing terms in Japan. The bulk of the funds, however, is denominated in other major currencies, likely including U.S. dollars. The company has disclosed that almost all of the money raised will be allocated toward refinancing loans maturing in 2025. This refinancing strategy enables Reliance to manage its debt obligations efficiently while maintaining its financial stability. By replacing existing debt with new borrowings, the company can potentially secure better interest rates and extend repayment timelines, ensuring improved cash flow and operational flexibility. Strategic Implications This significant borrowing aligns with Reliance Industries’ broader financial strategy, which emphasizes maintaining a strong balance sheet and a disciplined approach to managing debt. Over the years, RIL has pursued massive expansion projects across telecom, retail, and renewable energy sectors, requiring substantial capital investment. The latest loan arrangement demonstrates its focus on proactive financial management while preparing for future growth initiatives. Mukesh Ambani's leadership has consistently emphasized leveraging global partnerships and accessing international capital markets to fund Reliance’s ambitions. The company’s ability to secure such a large loan amid a volatile global financial environment reflects confidence among international lenders in its robust business model and credit profile. A Continuing Growth Story Reliance Industries’ financial moves often set benchmarks in corporate India. This $3 billion loan deal not only highlights the company’s scale and influence but also signals its intent to remain financially agile. With a firm focus on deleveraging and strategic investments, Reliance continues to position itself as a leader in driving India’s economic growth on a global scale. As the company gears up for the challenges and opportunities of 2025 and beyond, this deal reaffirms its commitment to sustainable growth and prudent financial management.

New lending to UK commercial real estate fell to a historic low in 2023 as lenders and investors grappled with falling property values, higher debt service costs and pressure to deal with distressed loans. Total loan origination during the year was £33bn, the lowest in a decade, according to a closely followed report by Bayes Business School. The portion of those loans that went to finance new acquisitions fell to the lowest since records began in 2007, at 28 per cent, as lenders and funders focused their time and capital on keeping existing loans afloat. Bayes Business School also reported signs of increasing stress in loan books, with more breaches of loan conditions and a decline in the ratio of income to debt costs. It said riskier loans were concentrated among private debt funds and smaller lenders, while banks were less exposed having been more cautious since 2008.  #refinance #property #funding #commercialfinance #bridging #banks #debtfunds #loans #loanbooks #Kroll #realestate

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Day 159/366:  Analyzing Cyprus's High Rate of Loan Restructuring In April 2024, Cyprus saw a significant portion of its new loans being restructured. Here's a closer look at the numbers and what they mean for the economy: Overall Restructuring Rate: About 28% of the new loans, totaling €422.6 million, were restructured. This means €118.3 million of these loans underwent modifications to their terms. By Category: 1. Consumer Loans: 6.25% of the €22.4 million in new consumer loans were restructured, indicating relative stability among individual borrowers. 2. Housing Loans: 27.23% of the €123.8 million in new housing loans were restructured, suggesting significant stress in the housing market. 3. Small Businesses (Loans up to €1 million): 22.37% of the €67.5 million in new loans were restructured, reflecting moderate financial difficulties in smaller businesses. 4. Large Corporations (Loans over €1 million): 30.81% of the €203.5 million in new loans were restructured, pointing to substantial financial strain in major industries. Comparison with EU and UK: - In the EU, the restructuring rate is around 9%. - In the UK, it's typically in the single digits, thanks to effective early intervention and stronger economic conditions. Implications for Cyprus: - High Financial Stress: A restructuring rate of 28% signals significant economic challenges. - Economic Conditions: The high rate reflects broader economic issues or sector-specific crises. - Banking Sector Impact: This puts pressure on banks' balance sheets, necessitating increased provisions for potential losses. - Sector-Specific Issues: The housing market and large corporations are particularly affected, indicating sector-specific stress.

The idea that $1 Trillion of commercial debt is maturing this year is disturbing. Be prepared for lots of opportunities and call me if you need help fleshing through them. What I find most interesting is that many of the largest CRE owners will go on a shopping spree for non performing loans (NPL) and REO after already handing keys back to lenders THEMSELVES! Essentially handing lenders and bond holders major losses. Many had AAA ratings prior to doing so. Most are also sitting on dry powder, seeking to buy new assets at discounts, yet default on their creditors. Just goes to show that even the biggest and best in the business are susceptible to distress and taking losses is just part of the game.

Real estate lending is out of balance. In 2008, the largest distress in CRE debt was found in CMBS/CLO markets. Today it’s in regional banks, bridge lenders, and anyone with office exposure like insurance companies. These lenders typically make up the bulky middle of the lender market and the bulky middle of an asset’s lifecycle. They are in trouble and we are in the early innings. On the other hand, asset-based lenders (ABL) and debt funds are overflowing with cash, as investor appetite for fixed rate yields filled these funds. Debt, Mezz, and preferred are abundant - common equity / risk capital, quite scarce. Similarly, CMBS markets are executing again and agency lenders (Fannie/freddie/HUD) are also lending. Think of it like a barbell, with the private lenders flush with cash and seeking borrowers and the perm/takeout lenders in the same boat. The banks will slowly and painfully cycle out their distress, that’s where the opportunity lies. Real estate investors need to realize the ABL/private lenders are the only game in town until an asset is qualified for perm debt. The debt funds will, conversely, deliver lower than expected yields as they are forced to compete for limited deals. Finding a niche will be important, as will getting more aggressive with terms sooner than the fund manager would like. Should be an interesting 18 months.

New Post: AFC Secures $300 Million Loan, Expanding Investor Base with Indian Lenders - https://lnkd.in/ecBrGYxh Secures $300 Million Loan, Expanding Investor Base with Indian Lendershttps://lnkd.in/egMdvs3f, United Arab Emirates// — Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has successfully closed a $300 million India-focused syndicated loan, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing strategy to diversify its international investor base. AFC President Samaila Zubairu Dubai, United Arab Emirates// -- Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has successfully closed a $300 million India-focused syndicated loan, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing strategy to diversify its international investor base. The transaction introduced a new group of lenders from India, further expanding AFC’s global partnerships. This landmark transaction, commemorated in Dubai, underscores AFC's robust standing as an investment-grade rated development financial institution with a unique ability to attract diverse global investors, furthering its pivotal mission to catalyse infrastructure development across the continent. Underlining AFC's strong position in global capital markets, Bank of Africa UK PLC (BOA UK) acted as the sole mandated lead arranger and book-runner, assembling a syndicate of seven leading Indian banks. This group included five new lenders—State Bank of India, Canara Bank, Bank of India, Indian Bank, and UCO Bank—alongside two returning lenders, SBI (Mauritius) and Indian Overseas Bank. The lender group behind the transaction reinforces AFC’s strategy of diversifying institutional partnerships and its pivotal role in advancing Africa's economic growth and industrialisation. This latest transaction, which was oversubscribed by 50%, builds on AFC’s fundraising momentum this year, including a landmark $1.16 billion debt facility that attracted lenders from the Middle East, Europe and Asia. These transactions reflect the Corporation's growing capacity to mobilise global capital, supported by its A3 credit rating from Moody's, reaffirmed recently with a stable outlook, which underscores AFC’s sound creditworthiness, strategic positioning in global capital markets, and enhanced capabilities to finance transformative infrastructure projects across Africa. “We are very pleased to have achieved this historic milestone with the Indian debt markets,”  Banji Fehintola, Executive Board Member & Head of Financial Services, AFC, said. “This transaction is a remarkable feat in our efforts to mobilise global capital for development impact. With the backing of our A3 credit rating and proven track record of mobilising capital, w

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