The new asset class on the block: What's the deal with asset-backed finance?

One of Europe's next big trends is poised to be asset-backed finance, an asset class which continues to flourish and grow in popularity. In an increasingly volatile market, ABF offers many advantages not typically found in portfolio's allowing access to a wide variety of assets. At SuperReturn Private Credit Europe 2025, we were thrilled to launch SuperReturn's first ABF summit, giving investor's a look into the growing area of private markets. We spoke to some of the experts in this field to give you a bite-sized guide into why ABF should be part of your strategy.

How do you navigate specialty finance?

What are the key drivers of growth in specialty finance and asset-based lending and how are banking regulation affecting it? Watch our interview with Barbara Richter, Head of Asset-Based Finance, European Lending,  Värde Partners, and get a comprehensive view on how tapping into this type of investment strategy can deliver attractive risk-adjusted return and diversification benefits.

Mastering asset-based finance: How can you make the most of this evolving asset class?

Hear from Udai Bishnoi, Global Head of Asset Based Finance, Sculptor Capital, about the firm's year-long expertise within this area of private markets. Get first-hand experience from a $35 billion alternative asset manager on how to assure strategic growth, source channels to capitalise on market opportunities and how this asset class is expected to evolve in the coming years.