Private credit deployments saw a sharp 61 percent drop in early 2026. This decline occurred amid a volatile macro economic environment and shifting fund dynamics. Domestic funds led nearly three-fourths of the deployments during this period. Real estate remained a favored investment sector for private credit funds. Regulatory changes and bank credit growth also influenced private credit volumes.

Private credit deployments saw a sharp 61 percent drop in early 2026. This decline occurred amid a volatile macro economic environment and shifting fund dynamics. Domestic funds…

Private credit investments were broadly similar to the second half of 2025 levels of $3.4 billion, with refinancing, holding-company funding and acquisition financing serving as…