Debtwire Private Credit Forum Europe 2026

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Investor Education and Geopolitics Accelerate European Fundraising

LPs are becoming more sophisticated, distinguishing between mid-market and large-cap strategies as performance dispersion grows. Recent geopolitical events have nudged investors to diversify beyond the US, speeding interest in European private credit. While the US remains more mature, Europe is gaining traction as allocators seek balanced exposure across regions.

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Stuart Hawkins Head of Private Credit UK & Managing Director Ardian
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