Tag: private_credit

University of Pennsylvania Expert Warns of Rising Private Credit Risks

12 Jun 2026 2:25 a.m.

Financial expert Itay Goldstein warns that the rapidly growing private credit market presents significant risks to the economy. A potential downturn could impact businesses, pensions, and personal finances, with institutions like the IMF also raising alarms about this not-well-understood sector.

Business Health Science & Technology Economy Financial Markets Medical Science Education Social Issues Private Credit Financial Risk Itay Goldstein University of Pennsylvania International Monetary Fund
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Meets with Insurance Commissioners on Private Credit

7 May 2026 12:45 p.m. · Source: US Treasury

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent convened with state insurance commissioners and the NAIC to discuss the U.S. life insurance sector, focusing on private credit markets, offshore reserves, and the need for balanced regulation that manages risk while encouraging innovation.

Business and Finance Insurance Scott Bessent U.S. Department of the Treasury NAIC Private Credit Regulatory Policy US Treasury