Specialist Summits DayTuesday, 3 November 2026

How are interest rates, inflation, and economic slowdowns impacting the European private debt market? What are the implications of ongoing geopolitical tensions on private debt investments? Where are the opportunities for private debt managers to deploy capital effectively in a volatile European market?

How has the European direct lending market evolved in recent years, and what are the key drivers of its growth? What sectors and geographies in Europe are presenting the most attractive opportunities for direct lending? How are direct lenders standing out in an increasingly competitive market?

How are LPs adjusting their allocations to European private debt in the current market environment? Which sectors and strategies are most attractive to LPs in Europe? How do LPs view the long-term potential of European private debt as an asset class?

What makes asset-backed lending particularly attractive in the current market environment in Europe? How can asset-backed lending complement other private debt investments? How are unconventional assets like intellectual property and digital assets shaping the future of asset-backed lending?

What macroeconomic and sector-specific factors are driving distressed debt and special situations opportunities in Europe? Which industries are presenting the most compelling opportunities for distressed and special situations investing? What are the key risks associated with these strategies, and how can investors mitigate them effectively?

How have recent market developments impacted investor sentiment towards evergreen funds, especially semi-liquid one,s and what steps can managers take to rebuild trust? How do evergreen funds balance the need for liquidity with the pursuit of long-term performance? What are the risks and vulnerabilities in evergreen funds, and how can they be mitigated in future product development?