In this episode, Ramki Muthukrishnan from S&P Global Ratings joins Brandon and Jocelyn to talk about what is driving demand for middle market CLOs and the growth in direct lending. Ramki, an expert on leveraged finance, discusses the difference between credit estimates and corporate ratings, why credit estimates are important for CLO managers, and which sectors are growing the fastest in the middle market.

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In this episode, Michael Robinet from S&P Global Mobility joins the podcast to talk about how private capital is driving investment in the electric vehicle transition. Michael, an expert on light vehicle market dynamics and supplier strategy, discusses where investors are finding value in the rapid technology and production shift toward EVs.

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In this episode, Brandon and Jocelyn speak with Nick Fox, Data and Systems Manager at AEA Investors. They discuss the continuing digital transformation of private equity portfolio management, and Nick talks about his experience in creating and scaling effective technology systems.

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In this episode, Brandon and Jocelyn speak with Josh Green, the Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Novata, an ESG solution provider with a focus on the private markets. Together they explore where private equity and venture capital are in the sustainable investing adoption lifecycle.

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ESG, a mainstay in the public markets, has also become a key element within the private markets. In this episode, Brandon and Jocelyn discuss the drivers for strong ESG practices within private equity. We also touch on sound frameworks for creating an ESG strategy and how to determine whether your strategy is driving the desired results.

Are you ready for a 360-degree view of the private markets? Join co-hosts Brandon Newland, Director of Private Markets Product Development at S&P Global Market Intelligence, along with Jocelyn Lewis, Managing Director and head of private debt commercial strategy for software and services solutions at S&P Global Market Intelligence. Hear from voices across the alternative investment landscape as our hosts delve into topics across private equity, venture capital, private credit, and more.