The Texas-based alternative investment manager specializes in private credit, with strategies spanning direct lending, portfolio finance, and capital solutions.
The partnership will provide the lower- and mid-market alternative investment firm with capital to support continued growth across its investment strategies and broader strategic priorities.
Eligible shareholders can borrow up to 65% of NAV on positions of at least $1 million while continuing to seek fund repurchases.
The African payments infrastructure provider will enable staff to borrow against their private shares without having to sell them or relinquish potential future upside.
The deal marks PennantPark's 13th securitization and supports the fund's credit portfolio with long-term capital.
The strategy will target mid-market buyout and infrastructure funds, with Ardian and SMBC already jointly evaluating opportunities.
