Last mentioned: Mar 7, 2026
Apollo Global Management CEO Marc Rowan has signaled a prolonged "shakeout" in the $1.8 trillion private credit market, specifically targeting overexposure to the software sector. The warning comes as Apollo-affiliated MidCap Financial Investment Corp. slashed its dividend by 18% following losses tied to its SaaS loan portfolio.
Apollo Global Management CEO Marc Rowan predicts a long-term industry contraction driven by rising defaults in the software sector. This shift signals a transition from rapid expansion to a period of intense scrutiny for private market firms.
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