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In this episode of SCI In Conversation, SRT editor Selvaggia Cataldi speaks to Edmund Parker, partner and global head of derivatives & structured products at Mayer Brown, about how the SRT market has evolved from a niche capital management tool into an established part of banks' strategies. They discuss the key regulatory milestones, the growth of repeat programmes and the broadening investor base that have shaped today's market. This is the first part of a two-part conversation. Producer: Kenny Wastell

In this episode of SCI in Conversation, US editor Simon Boughey chats to Andre Hakkak, ceo and co-founder of New York-based White Oak Global Advisors, a private credit firm catering to SMEs. Andre talks about the differences - if any - between ABF and ABS, the continuing allure of diversification, and the growing role of insurer capital. Producer: Jacob Chilvers

In this episode of SCI In Conversation, Kenny Wastell speaks to Risk Control managing director, William Perraudin, about the emergence of securitisations backed by multilateral development bank (MDB) loans. Perraudin discusses the launch of a recent consultation on the subject, which is being undertaken on behalf of the UK and Swiss governments. He also outlines the motivations and obstacles for MDBs in using securitisation technology and how ratings agencies might reconsider their approach to rating this type of transaction. Producer: Kenny Wastell

In this episode of SCI In Conversation, SCI senior reporter Camilla Vitanza sits down with BlackRock's head of ABS, Kate Galustian, to discuss the firm's Global Securitized Fund. Galustian outlines the outlook for securitised markets, where the team is finding value across structured credit, and why active security selection remains a key driver of performance in today's market. Producer: Kenny Wastell

In this episode of SCI In Conversation, SCI's SRT Editor Selvaggia Cataldi speaks with Barend van Drooge, head of credit risk sharing at PGGM, as the firm marks 20 years in the risk sharing market. They discuss the evolution of the SRT market, what has driven PGGM's success in an increasingly competitive landscape, the future of risk sharing, and how investor expectations are shaping the next generation of transactions. Producer: Kenny Wastell

In this episode of SCI In Conversation, Jair Martinez, cco at Finacity, joins lead reporter Marina Torres to discuss the growth of digital platforms in ABF and trade receivables. Martinez discusses the rapid evolution of digital platforms in the ABF space, the real concerns surrounding blockchain-backed financing and how the industry is navigating the balance between data-driven transparency and emerging risks.

In this episode of SCI In Conversation, Derek Dubois, md and treasurer of Deerpath Capital, joins SCI US editor Simon Boughey, to discuss low to middle market CLOs. Private credit manager Deerpath has US$9bn under management, and for almost two decades has funded senior, cash-flow based lending to sponsor-backed firms valued between US$50m and US$250m, chiefly through the CLO market. Dubois discusses the changing and improving reputation of this area of the market, the difficulties of maintaining underwriting discipline with need for volume, and where stress points may emerge in the case of a prolonged economic downturn.

In this episode of SCI In Conversation, ABF Editor Jacob Chilvers speaks with Fasanara Capital founder and ceo Francesco Filia about the firm's machine learning underwriting model. He reflects on the decision to build it in-house and the benefits it can provide at a time when traditional models are under increasing pressure.

In this episode of SCI in Conversation, ABF senior reporter Marina Torres speaks to Gregor Burkart, svp in asset financing at Enpal, about building Europe's first residential solar ABS programme in Germany. He explains why distributed home energy systems are becoming as much a national security story as a green one, and outlines Enpal's journey from a private warehouse to public markets.   Produced by Jacob Chilvers

In this episode of SCI in Conversation, ABF associate editor Jacob Chilvers speaks to Alex Branton, founder of Nodem Capital, about the firm's NAV lending strategy. He reflects on the transition of the strategy into a mainstream financing tool and explores where the origination opportunities are in today's market. Produced by Kenny Wastell

In this episode of SCI in Conversation, SRT reporter Dina Zelaya speaks to Ralf Loewe, managing director and head of treasury at Aareal Bank, about the bank's current SRT strategy. He reflects on Aareal Bank's first SRT deal last year and outlines the bank's forward-looking plans for its balance sheet de-risking toolkit. Ralf also offers an overview of the current CRE landscape, a key focus area for the Aareal Bank. Produced by Kenny Wastell

In this episode of SCI in Conversation, US editor Simon Boughey speaks to Yerbol Orynbayev, an independent consultant for financial and tech firms and also former deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan. Recorded in December, Orynbayev talks about what he sees as the dangers of relaxing bank stress tests by the Federal Reserve at a moment of increasing global financial uncertainty, and also the possible effect on increased lending to private credit funds. Produced by Kenny Wastell

In this episode of SCI in Conversation, US editor Simon Boughey speaks to Neal Wilson, co-ceo, co-cio and joint founder of EJF Capital. EJF is an investment manager headquartered outside Washington DC, which in the last couple of years has made a name for itself as the best friend of smaller US regional banks taking their first steps in the SRT market. Neal talks about this role, and also offers a few predictions about how the market may develop in 2026. Produced by Kenny Wastell

In this episode of SCI in Conversation, US editor Simon Boughey speaks to Jeremy Hermant, senior advisor at Alantra, about the changing face of the SRT market. He talks about his experience at Allica, when he structured the bank's first ever SRT deal, and how that stood him in good stead for his role at Alantra. Jeremy also offers a rebuff to the some of the most recent attacks on the SRT market made in the UK financial press.   Produced by Kenny Wastell

In this episode of SCI In Conversation, Pietro Bellone, structured finance and securitisation partner at A&O Shearman, joins SCI's Nadezhda Bratanova to discuss current SRT trends such as the role of infrastructure and project finance assets in synthetic deals, and how these are expanding the scope of uniquely positioned Italian markets.