KKR plans to build out credit business in Asia
The private equity giant aims to extend its private lending activities and is also eyeing property investments as it seeks opportunities for its $6 billion Asia-focused fund.
KKR is eyeing opportunities to expand its credit business in Asia amid lagging IPO markets and tightened bank lending.
The private equity giant’s public market activities represents “a global business and one that we’ll continue to build out in Asia”, said co-founder Henry Kravis during a visit to Hong Kong this week. The business includes non-investment-grade credit, senior-secured debt, direct lending, high yield, mezzanine and special situations.
KKR Asia managing partner Jos…
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