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Private credit fund stress: Apollo limits withdrawals

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What happened: In Q1 2026, Goldman Sachs' non-traded BDC narrowly avoided a redemption crisis, with requests reaching 4.999% of outstanding shares. Meanwhile, private credit fund Blue Owl Capital limited withdrawals after investors sought to redeem $5.4bn, with requests for two of its funds reaching 21.9% of shares outstanding. Private equity firms borrowed $94bn in 2025 for payouts, increasing risk. February losses in private credit funds were the worst in over three years.

Market impact: The private credit market is experiencing stress, with investors pulling out capital and funds limiting withdrawals. This affects private credit funds, BDCs, and private equity-owned companies. The rising redemptions and losses could lead to a liquidity crunch, impacting the broader economy.

What to watch next: Investors should closely monitor redemption requests and withdrawal limits in private credit funds, particularly in Blue Owl's funds. Upcoming earnings reports from private credit fund managers and economic data releases, such as GDP growth and inflation rates, will provide insights into the broader economic impact of this stress.
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First SeenMar 23, 2026
Last UpdatedMar 23, 2026