Does a slowing economy increase the risk of loan defaults in private debt?

Well-run private debt funds use rigorous scenario testing and real-time monitoring to mitigate risks. Historical net write-offs by banks peaked at just 0.68% during the GFC and were 0.04% in September 2024, demonstrating strong resilience across economic cycles.

Does a loan default always result in a credit loss?

No. Private debt investors are protected by their seniority in the capital structure. Senior debt holders get repaid first, before subordinated debt, preferred equity, and common shareholders. Covenants and controls act as early warning signals allowing lenders to engage with borrowers to mitigate financial loss.

Are all private debt managers the same?

No. Private debt managers differ significantly in scale, credit skills, and experience. Quality managers need sizable assets under management, bank-level credit skills, extensive networks, and the ability to directly originate and diversify loans across borrowers to achieve optimal outcomes.

Does commercial real estate debt put capital at risk in a property downturn?

Property owners face greater risk than lenders. With typical loan-to-value ratios of 60%, owners' equity acts as a buffer. Even if property values fall significantly, lenders can compel borrowers to restore their position or pursue asset sales to maximize recovery without necessarily incurring losses.

Are non-bank lenders lenders of last resort?

No. Competent private debt managers lend to quality companies and often compete with banks or work alongside them in lending syndicates. Post-GFC regulations requiring banks to hold more capital have created financing gaps that private debt fills for established companies with sound fundamentals.

Metrics wins two Australian Wealth Management Awards 2024

Metrics has been named the winner of the Best Alternative Asset Manager and the Best Real Estate Asset Manager (Listed and Unlisted) at the Australian Wealth Management Awards 2024 in Sydney last night.

The Australian Wealth Management Awards celebrate the best in the industry, showcasing the nation’s leading wealth management professionals and businesses while affirming the sector’s essential role in supporting the expansion of the economy.

Metrics Managing Partner, Andrew Lockhart said Metrics was pleased with the result, “We would like to thank Momentum Media for this prestigious award which recognises the efforts of our whole team”

The winners were chosen across a breadth of wealth management, investment, super fund, and SMSF product and service provider categories.

Metrics win for the Best Alternative Asset Manager was based on the Metrics Income Opportunities Trust (ASX:MOT) which seeks to provide investors exposure to a diversified portfolio of private credit investments in a listed format, and the MCP Credit Trust which seeks to deliver investors attractive risk-adjusted returns with the potential for capital gains while retaining a focus on active risk management and downside capital preservation.

The funds nominated for the Best Real Estate Asset Manager (Listed and Unlisted) category were the MCP Real Estate Debt Fund, which offers investors direct exposure to loans to Australian commercial real estate borrowers, and the Metrics Real Estate Partners Fund I which holds a diversified portfolio of direct real estate assets.

Mr Lockhart concluded, “This achievement is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and expertise of our team. We couldn’t have achieved this without the trust and support of our clients and partners. Thank you for your ongoing collaboration and trust in Metrics.”

Learn more about the awards: https://www.moneymanagement.com.au/news/funds-management/winners-australian-wealth-management-awards-revealed

10 May 2024

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