GIM Liquid Private Credit
The GIM Liquid Private Credit ("GIMLPC") strategy actively invests in a diversified portfolio of leading private credit vehicles that the firm has followed since 2009. The strategy targets SOFR* + 6% over the investment cycle.
*As of 30 June 2023 LIBOR has been replaced by the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR).
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GIMLPC is listed in Frankfurt and Johannesburg.
Portfolio Highlights
(as of 31 March 2025)
*Inception: 18 August 2015; MOIC = Multiple on Invested Capital
Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future performance and investors should be aware that they may not receive back some or all of the capital invested.
Diversified credit exposure to the U.S.
middle-market corporate sector
GIMLPC invests in U.S. listed credit vehicles of scale, managed by experienced private credit managers with strong direct origination capabilities, credit underwriting expertise, documentation and security skills and strong track records through the economic cycle.
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On a look through basis, investors have diversified exposure to over 3,000, mainly senior secured loans to corporate borrowers. GIM also take tactical exposure to specialist credit vehicles and real estate lenders when valuations are particularly compelling.
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The portfolio maintains a disciplined focus on senior secured and asset backed loan portfolios with limited exposure to cyclical sectors.
Corporate Lending
Lending to companies with EBITDA in the range of $25-250 million+ per annum, secured by receivables, inventory, plant and equipment, with substantial equity cushions.
Real Estate Lending
Loans secured by commercial and residential properties, predominantly on a senior secured basis.
Specialty Finance
Vehicles with underwriting skills in specialist credit and asset-backed lending (e.g. mortgage servicing, consumer finance).
Private Credit
An alternative to bank lending and public bond markets
Private Credit (also known as “Direct Lending” and “Private Debt”) comprises bilateral loans to middle-market corporates. GIMLPC avoids investing in vehicles that are passive participants in syndicated loans. Private credit has grown faster than any other alternative asset class since the global financial crisis, having increased from $234 billion in 2008 to over $1 trillion today.
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In the Unites States private credit vehicles and non-bank lenders have surpassed banks as the primary lender to middle-market companies. Non-bank lenders currently originate 85% of middle-market loans, up from 30% in 1994.
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Investors value the attractive floating rate yield that private credit offers, combined with historically low loss ratios and stable long-term returns.
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Corporate borrowers value the direct relationship with lenders, often sector specialists who understand their business better than the banks and are well positioned to support their long-term growth.