economy
Private equity fund investors turn to debt-like deals in downturn
Backers of buyout funds agreed $9bn worth of ‘alternative’ transactions last year, up from $6bn in 2024
TL;DR
- Investors in buyout funds engaged in $9 billion of 'alternative' transactions last year.
- This figure represents an increase from $6 billion in 2024.
- The trend highlights a turn towards debt-like deals by these investors.