Hong Kong, 27 July 2026 – Fundraising by Asia-based private credit managers has fallen to its lowest level in 12 years as bankruptcy concerns, liquidity pressure and competition from larger global investment groups make institutional investors increasingly selective.

Only five Asia-based private credit funds completed fundraising during the first half of 2026. The slowdown represents a sharp loss of momentum for an asset class previously promoted as an attractive source of yield and an important alternative to conventional bank financing.

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Rebecca Hsu

Rebecca Hsu is a Senior Economist and Lead Analyst for The Ledger Asia, focusing on the rapidly evolving financial landscapes of East and Southeast Asia. With a background in sovereign risk assessment and emerging market trends, Rebecca provides sharp commentary on trade dynamics, monetary policy, and the digital economy's impact on regional growth.

Formerly a strategic advisor for major financial institutions in Hong Kong, she excels at translating complex macroeconomic shifts into actionable insights for investors and policymakers. Her work at The Ledger Asia centers on China’s economic transition and the burgeoning manufacturing hubs of ASEAN, ensuring readers stay ahead of Asia’s shifting financial tides.

Asian Private Credit Fundraising Falls to 12-Year Low as Risk Concerns Rise

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