By Michael Tansley, Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operations Officer
More investors are seeking ways to align their portfolios with their social interests. Private credit has given those investors a powerful and effective way to do so. With private credit, an investor can directly participate in helping small, local businesses develop and grow.
With private credit, a business can gain financing from an investor rather than a traditional bank. Private credit—sometimes called direct lending—offers the business unique advantages like the speed of execution and a customized structure that suits its specific needs. Meanwhile, investors have the assurance that their capital is being applied to the type of businesses they want to support.
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This article was originally published on globalbankingandfinance.com. Accessed on Dec 9, 2024.
