From FT: KKR is preparing a private credit expansion in Japan, hiring ex-Goldman banker Ken Murata, as governance reforms and bank retrenchment open doors for non-bank lenders. Source

Tikehau Capital adds Martino Mauroner as Deputy Head of Private Debt

From Opalesque: Tikehau Capital appointed Martino Mauroner as Deputy Head of Private Debt, effective October 1, 2025. He also continues as Head of Private Debt Italy, supporting Tikehau's EUR 23 billion credit platform. Source

Privately held companies underserved by private credit

From Opalesque: Research by Nordic Trustee shows privately held mid-market companies remain the most underserved by private credit despite their high activity in European direct lending. Over 50% of executives polled cited them as the top underserved segment. Source