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We recently welcomed over 120 students to our London, Hong Kong, and Charlotte offices for our annual See the Possibilities program. This initiative allows driven students to explore opportunities at Barings while making meaningful contributions to the firm. Check out the highlights from an inspiring day!

Barings today announced the successful raise of nearly $950 million in commitments from institutional investors to its Diversified Alternative Equity strategy in the last six months. The strategy invests in lower middle market private equity buyouts and value-add infrastructure equity, including in digital, energy, and transportation sectors. Learn more: https://ow.ly/GMfy50VVZbl

Yulia Alekseeva, Head of Consumer ABS, recently shared insights at Private Equity International's Women in Private Markets Summit, exploring why asset backed finance is gaining momentum globally. Anjum Sharma, Senior Director, East Coast Real Estate Acquisitions discussed where the Barings’ team is finding opportunities on a panel about the evolving real estate market.

Barings today announced that Doug Byrkit has joined Barings to lead institutional distribution in the Midwestern United States, effective immediately. He will oversee the firm’s regional strategy to expand Barings’ strategic relationships with existing and prospective institutional clients. Learn more: https://ow.ly/1KqL50VSP7x

Head of Global CLOs Adrienne Butler recently shared thoughts with Octus' Sid Punjabi on insurers’ increased demand for CLOs and how Barings partners closely with insurance clients to help them navigate and benefit from this evolving space. Read more here: https://ow.ly/tyNo50VRlyh

How is the macro and geopolitical background shaping the outlook for the global economy and the opportunities available in multi-asset portfolios? Trevor Slaven, Global Head of Asset Allocation and Multi-Asset Solutions, recently presented our Multi-Asset team’s latest views: Key takeaways: • Aggressive tariffs pose risks, but the U.S. economy appears resilient. • The Federal Reserve looks to be well-positioned to manage economic risks. • While duration exposure has been a headwind in recent years, it now looks more attractive, particularly in the intermediate parts of the curve. • IG and HY corporate credit (both in the U.S. and Europe) offer potentially attractive risk/reward profiles. • Private credit can offer stability amidst tariff uncertainties. • The outlook for active management across multi-asset portfolios is arguably the most exciting it's been in years. Watch the webinar replay now: https://lnkd.in/eV2Mfnri

Co-Head of Global Investments David Mihalick recently joined a panel of experts at the Milken Institute’s Global Conference to discuss the increased importance of multi-asset strategies in enhancing portfolio performance and managing risks. Learn more about our industry partnerships and events: https://ow.ly/jCxp50VOJfP #MIGlobal #MilkenInstitute

Barings is thrilled to partner with Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (“SRPS”) to launch a $250 million infrastructure program to invest in lower middle-market deals and emerging managers across sectors such as energy transition, digital infrastructure, transportation, and the circular economy. “SRPS is leading the way in infrastructure and real assets by building a strategy with intentionality — focused on generating strong returns while addressing key gaps in the market. Traditionally, most capital has flowed to the largest asset managers, but SRPS recognizes the growing opportunity and value in the small and middle market space,” said Mina Pacheco Nazemi, Head of Barings Diversified Alternative Equity. Read more: https://ow.ly/g7Bl50VLAUP

Asset-Backed Finance is one of the fastest growing segments of global markets today, and has been hailed as a core part of the 'next frontier of private credit.' But what assets actually comprise this universe? And what are the benefits (and risks) for investors? In the latest episode of #StreamingIncome, Yulia Alekseeva, CFA demystifies this area of the market that is garnering increased investor attention. Watch or Listen Now: Barings: https://lnkd.in/eb6aATZA YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eA-Z45kk Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/e8JsBBxA Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eqEcGiRT

This Earth Week our teammates across the globe came together to make a lasting impact—volunteering, learning, and collaborating with our communities to support a more sustainable future. From tree planting in Hong Kong and Charlotte to e-waste drives in LA, Chicago and Boston, we partnered with incredible organizations to log over 100 volunteer hours, driving positive change across our global footprint.