News in brief - 29 May

Written by Adam Cadle

29/05/2025

- Muzinich & Co. has announced the continued expansion of its global collateralised loan obligation (CLO) platform through the launch of a European CLO business, in strategic partnership with Eagle Point Credit Management.

Since inception, 1988 Asset Management - an affiliate of Muzinich - has successfully priced and closed six US CLOs totalling US$2.5bn. These transactions form part of Muzinich’s US$38.8bn AuM.

Justin Muzinich, CEO at Muzinich said: "We are excited to build on our momentum in the US and bring our CLO capabilities to the European market. We look forward to expanding our strong partnership and collaboration with Eagle Point."

- Schroders Capital has successfully raised over $600m at the final close of its Schroders Capital Private Equity Global Innovation XI Fund.

The latest fundraise has attracted global investors including pension funds, insurance companies, foundations and family offices.

Spanning the full investment lifecycle from primary commitments into new venture funds, to direct investments, co-investments and secondary purchases, the strategy provides exposure to portfolio companies diversified across stages, sectors and regions.

The portfolio allocates predominantly to established and access restricted investments. A key sector focus is technology innovation, particularly in developing businesses that are set to capitalise on the transformative potential and value creation of generative AI.

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