Exploring Europe's private credit opportunities with Shawn Robinson, Apollo Global Management

Shawn Robinson, Partner at Apollo Global Management, explores the expanding opportunities in private credit in Europe.

Shawn explains the rapid growth of private credit from leveraged loans to a $40 trillion market, encompassing investment grade corporate, infrastructure, and asset-based finance (ABF). The discussion highlights Europe's deep market for private placements, long-term capital flexibility for issuers, and the growing demand from insurance and pension sectors for high-quality assets. Shawn highlights strong future prospects for private credit due to its integral role in fueling the real economy and supporting large capital expenditure projects.

This interview was conducted at Private Placements Industry Forum Europe, where industry leaders gathered to discuss the latest trends and opportunities in private placement markets.