Debt Explorer | Macroeconomic uncertainty has impacted Indonesian debt markets in recent years. But, after a period of disruption, prospects for domestic and offshore debt issuances are brightening

Debt Explorer | After a challenging three years for China's real estate sector, a government stimulus package and improving macroeconomic conditions have raised hopes that the industry has turned a corner

Debt Explorer | Spain's renewable energy assets are producing more power than ever. However, as energy prices flatten out, refinancing renewable energy infrastructure could prove to be tricky

UK & European Financial Services M&A: Sector Trends H2 2023 | H1 2024

In the 12th edition of our report, we bring you the key deal highlights and M&A trends across UK/Europe in the past 12 months which have shaped the financial services landscape. 

Elevated interest rates have led to an increase in European NPL volumes, but levels remain far below the peaks during the financial crisis period. NPL investors and servicers are rethinking their business models to adjust to a smaller market

Debt Explorer | Compliance with sanctions regimes has been a priority for debt markets. Amid rising geopolitical tensions, the stakes for lenders and borrowers are higher than ever

Debt Explorer | Portability isn’t a typical feature of loan documents, but in a market where refinancing remains expensive and at times tricky, stakeholders are exploring how portability terms can help maintain M&A activity

US and European leveraged loan markets record massive increases in issuance as issuers race to refinance

Debt Explorer | Rising interest rates have challenged some markets, but in Japan, where rates have languished in negative territory for almost a decade, a rate increase is generally welcome news for investors

Debt Explorer | A peaceful election and slowing inflation have put M&A markets in South Africa in a more advantageous position. However, taking advantage of South African deal opportunities requires a clear understanding of a rapidly evolving regulatory backdrop

Debt Explorer | Private debt funds are rapidly expanding into a segment of the market traditionally dominated by banks

Debt Explorer | Investment grade debt markets have enjoyed buoyant activity levels as elevated interest rates see investors and lenders race to build exposure to high-quality borrowers

Debt Explorer | US and European high yield issuance surged in Q1 2024, but in APAC, conditions remain challenging

Debt Explorer | Leveraged loan issuance in the US and Europe rallied in Q1 2024 as a clearer view of interest rates brings lenders and borrowers back to the market

Debt Explorer | During Q1 2024, borrowers returned to the US syndicated market to reprice costly private credit facilities

Debt Explorer | Lenders with ambitions to grow their portfolios and secure higher yields see opportunities in the venture debt space

Debt Explorer | Weaker deal flow and tighter profit margins are driving a wave of consolidation in the European non-performing loan servicer market

Debt Explorer | Robust economic growth and increasing cross-border investments are driving a surge in transaction activity in the subcontinent

Debt Explorer | Despite macroeconomic headwinds, cross-border transaction flow between Spain and Mexico has continued to deliver opportunities for investors and dealmakers