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Analysis & opinionJune 21 2023

What now for the loan markets?

Asset-backed lending could be the stimulus the languishing EMEA loan markets need, writes Dave Rome.
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The loan markets are in a sluggish mood. Having spoken to a number of senior bankers, direct lenders and advisors in the past few weeks, all agree the market is “quiet”. 

Why? In short, there has been a distinct lack of merger and acquisition activity (who can blame boards for sitting on their hands given the ongoing political and economic uncertainty?) and a possible misconception that refinancing may lead to lenders increasing pricing or tightening controls. 

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