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Matthias Knab, Opalesque for New Managers: SC Lowy, a leading alternative asset manager, and Shinhan Capital, a specialized credit finance company and subsidiary of Shinhan Financial Group, have announced the launch of the Shinhan SC Lowy No.1 Private Debt Fund - a local currency KRW fund targeting mid-yield opportunities across South Korea's evolving credit landscape.
Launched in March 2026, the fund is designed to capitalize on growing dislocation in South Korea's lending markets, where tighter bank financing and interest rate volatility have created a growing pool of companies facing short-term liquidity constraints despite strong underlying fundamentals.
The strategy combines Shinhan Capital's extensive on-the-ground origination network with SC Lowy's global credit investing capabilities, enabling the partnership to source and execute private credit opportunities with speed and precision. The fund focuses on underserved and asset-rich segments of the market, providing flexible, bespoke financing solutions with rigorous collateral assessment to mitigate downside risk and prioritize capital preservation.
Soo Cheon Lee, Co-Founder and CIO of SC Lowy, said: "South Korea continues to present a compelling opportunity for private credit, supported by strong corporate fundamentals but increasingly constrained traditional lending. Through this partnership, w...................... To view our full article Click here
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