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Filling the Funding Gap: How Middle Market Debt Empowers Companies

Author
M2i's Erica Lanier and Erin Akers
Published
Tue 25 Mar 2025
Episode Link
https://rss.com/podcasts/alternativeinvestmentschat/1957913

Not all companies fit into the bank loan or venture capital model, so what’s the solution? Middle-market debt financing is a flexible, high-yield way forward for companies eager to grow. Middle-market companies, those with revenues between $10M and $1B, are often overlooked by traditional lenders, this opens up an opportunity for the alternative market and those interested in it. Listen as Erica and Erin break down how these deals work, the risks involved, and why they’re becoming an attractive option for alternative investors.

Key Takeaways:

  • How Business Development Companies (BDCs) provide capital and expertise to growing firms.
  • The difference between debt structures like senior debt and mezzanine financing and what it means for investors.
  • Middle-market debt offers higher returns, portfolio diversification, and risk mitigation.
  • Understand credit, liquidity, and economic sensitivity risks before diving in.
  • How investors can assess risk tolerance, evaluate BDCs vs. private debt, and monitor borrower performance.

If you’re looking to diversify your portfolio and explore higher-yield opportunities, middle-market debt might be the solution. Gain insight into how this financing method supports business growth while offering unique returns for savvy investors. Tune in now to the Alternative Investments Chat podcast for more!

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