In a new episode of The View from Apollo podcast, Apollo’s Chief Economist Torsten Sløk and John Cortese, Partner and Global Head of Trading at the firm, explore a lesser-known area of private credit—Investment Grade Private Credit (Private IG).
This episode takes a deep dive into what is Private IG, its key differences with public investment grade credit, secular drivers, its potential role in portfolios, and much more.
The View from Apollo features conversations with thought leaders across Apollo and portfolio companies of funds managed by Apollo, each bringing their unique perspectives on current macroeconomic trends, the impact to various businesses, and what it can mean for investors.
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February 14, 2025
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