This week on Levered Lines, host Kerstin Kubanek and guest Mark Bickerstaffe examine the outlook for private credit in 2026, with a focus on M&A activity, valuations, and deal quality across European markets. They discuss the rebound in primary buyouts, disciplined leverage and loan‑to‑value levels in direct lending, and the growing role of refinancing and capital solutions where valuation gaps persist. The conversation also explores sector trends, including healthcare opportunities and the implications of AI for software portfolios and risk assessment. 

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