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Asia's Private Credit Funds Thrive Amid US Instability

3/11/2026

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Asia-based private credit funds emerge as safer options amid $1.8 trillion turmoil.
Concerns about US credit, especially in software, drive redemptions at BlackRock and Blackstone.
Asia's conservative lending and closed-ended funds insulate against liquidity risks.
Asia private credit is projected to grow from $59 billion in 2024 to $92 billion in 2027.
Investors are increasingly exploring Asian opportunities due to US instability, despite smaller deal sizes and legal obstacles.

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Story summary

Asia-based private credit funds emerge as safer options amid $1.8 trillion turmoil.
Concerns about US credit, especially in software, drive redemptions at BlackRock and Blackstone.
Asia's conservative lending and closed-ended funds insulate against liquidity risks.
Asia private credit is projected to grow from $59 billion in 2024 to $92 billion in 2027.
Investors are increasingly exploring Asian opportunities due to US instability, despite smaller deal sizes and legal obstacles.