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Our approach

Our investment philosophy

Our business is built on the belief that rigorous analysis creates strong, high-yield credit investing opportunities. We begin with a disciplined, top-down asset allocation framework that incorporates macroeconomic trends, credit cycle analysis, and relative value across asset classes to guide portfolio construction. In addition, we seek to maximize expected, not potential, returns through fundamentals-driven, bottom-up security selection that leverages the depth and experience of our investment team.

A dynamic approach to credit investing

Our teams are structured into a network that can enable us to respond to varied investment opportunities, regardless of region, industry, company size, or capital structure position, increasing the breadth of our pipeline. Our investment professionals are organized into teams of specialists based on either industry type or product type, which we believe enables us to field the optimal team to evaluate every deal. Backed by robust operational, research, and technical resources, we endeavor to bring thoughtful investment analysis and strategic selection across the capital structure.

We pursue compelling, risk-adjusted returns by investing in diversified, senior-secured loan portfolios, bringing:

  • Deep credit underwriting
  • Disciplined portfolio construction,
  • Distinctive sourcing relationships, and
  • Active risk management
$29B
Assets under management1as of December 31, 2025

Strategies :

  • CLO Management
  • Global Bank Loans

Our approach focuses on debt opportunities with cash flow characteristics. We apply:

  • Strategic asset allocation and relative value
  • Differentiated sourcing
  • Asset class expertise
$15B
Assets under management1as of December 31, 2025

Strategies:

  • Multi-asset Credit (“MAC”)
  • Asset-based Finance (“ABF”)
  • Structured Credit

We deliver direct lending strategies focused on mid-cap companies with $25–$75 million in EBITDA by leveraging:

  • Vertical expertise to inform selective sourcing
  • Differentiated diligence, and
  • Bespoke structures that meet borrowers’ needs
$21B
Assets under management1as of December 31, 2025

Strategies :

  • Direct Lending
  • Middle Market Credit

Sustainability & Impact

We integrate and actively manage material sustainability factors across our business with the goals of reducing risk, capturing upside potential, and supporting long-term growth and performance. We are committed to investing in great businesses and creating positive, lasting impact for companies, employees, communities, and the environment. Actively collaborating across Bain Capital’s global platform, we seek to deliver attractive returns while driving sustainable value for our investments.

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