As markets globally are experiening turmoil, private credit in Asia is going through a tremendous growth period, positioning itself as a lucrative opportunity for global as well as local investors, having grown from near zero to over $62 billion in early 2024. Major players are expanding their presenec in Asian private credit and the region is slowly but surely becoming an unavoidable hotspot for those looking to expand their private credit portfolios.

At SuperReturn Asia 2025, we spoke to Sumit Bhandari, Lead Portfolio Manager, Asia Private Credit, Alternative Investments, Allianz Global Investors, about this surge and what has contributed to the success of private credit in Asia. Watch the full interview below to learn about:

• The long-term movements that has created the momentum for private credit
• Its allure for global investors and how they can take advantage of it
• Higher growth rates and lower debt: What does it mean?
• How the next 12-24 months will develop