Blackstone and Guggenheim are cutting software loans from new CLOs over AI disruption fears
Blackstone and Guggenheim are reducing their exposure to software loans in new collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) due to concerns over AI disruption. This shift reflects a broader trend among CLO managers who are treating software companies as increasingly risky investments. The firms are implementing systematic approaches to assess AI risks and are becoming more selective in their software loan offerings.
- ▪Blackstone and Guggenheim are actively trimming their software sector exposure in new CLO deals.
- ▪Software loans account for approximately $235 billion in CLO portfolios, representing around 16% of the leveraged loan index.
- ▪The pricing of certain software-related loans has decreased, indicating a shift in market sentiment.
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