S8 Ep. 5

Investment Uncut: Star Mountain Capital - why bigger isn't always better in private credit

Investment Risk AI

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In this episode of Investment Uncut, Letty and Jacob are joined by Stephan Connelly (Managing Director) and Jason McGourty (Vice President) from Star Mountain Capital, to weigh smaller-business lending opportunities and return premiums against credit risk. Drawing on Star Mountain’s experience, they discuss how closer borrower relationships support credit assessment and downside protection, lessons from investments that went wrong, AI’s impact on investment decisions and borrowers’ opportunities and risks. Listen to explore today’s most compelling private credit opportunities and reasons for caution.

What’s one thing you would like listeners to take away?

  • The lower middle markets is a fascinating place which deserves a place in a portfolio, especially considering the magnitude it represents.   

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