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The quick take on alternative credit ideas
For this episode of The Quick Take, we’re exploring one of the big questions investors are asking right now: What are the best alternative credit ideas when headline spreads are tight? Credit spreads are currently at historically low levels, making it harder for investors to be adequately compensated for risk. While many have turned to asset-backed securities for better yield (which we still like), there are other opportunities worth considering.
In this episode, we speak with Nick Cooney, Partner at LCP and Head of Credit Research, about ways to earn yield within the credit space without taking on excessive risk. We cover a range of ideas including working capital finance, investment grade private placements, and capital call finance, exploring how each can add value in a tight spread environment.
Tune in for a quick, insightful take on navigating today’s credit markets.
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For our inaugural episode, we’re diving into a pressing topic: the growing concentration in global equity markets – has this risk now become too big to ignore? Global equity markets have enjoyed a strong run through the summer, with US mega-cap technology once again carrying the torch. The AI narrative has fuelled enthusiasm and valuations, with a handful of stocks now dominating returns to a degree rarely seen before. In this episode, we share our expert views on whether the fundamentals justify the premium, how this differs from past market cycles and what investors should be thinking about when it comes to portfolio construction. We also discuss opportunities beyond the US, where valuations look more compelling and diversification benefits could help manage risks.
