In this episode, host Amaury Guzman from the Leveraged Finance desk is joined by Kevin Foley, global head of Capital Markets, to discuss key insights from the 30th annual Global Leveraged Finance Conference in Miami. Together, they explore the current market sentiment and delve into the impact of tariffs, inflation and regulatory changes on the financial landscape. They also discuss the resurgence of M&A activity and J.P. Morgan's increased commitment to direct lending. 

This episode was recorded on February 27, 2025.

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