Corporate Debt
Coverage of Corporate Debt in the Nexus archive.
- McKinsey: Global households got $40 trillion richer in 2025 as the paper wealth economy swelled to $1.8 quadrillion
Global households gained $40 trillion in 2025, raising total net worth to $570 trillion, driven primarily by equities rather than real capital formation. The U.S. and Australia saw significant wealth growth, while China's expansion relied on corporate debt accumulation. The report highlights risks of an imbalanced 'paper wealth' economy dominated by AI-linked stocks and divergent financial strategies between major economies.
- Chinese motorcycle tycoon donates US$735,000 to flood victims after clearing US$15 million debt
Chinese motorcycle tycoon Zhang Xue donated US$735,000 to flood victims in Guangxi after settling a US$15 million corporate debt. The floods in Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, caused by heavy rains and dam breaches, resulted in 39 deaths.
- Seth Klarman and Man Group Go Bargain-Hunting in Brazil’s Corporate Debt
Seth Klarman and Man Group are investing in Brazil's corporate debt, viewing it as a contrarian opportunity where the worst outcomes may already be reflected in prices.
- Odd Lots: What’s Actually Going On With Private Credit (Podcast)
The private credit market has grown rapidly, surpassing the junk bond market in size. The podcast discusses factors driving this growth, its impact on corporate debt, and current concerns. Experts John Sheehan and Craig Manchuck from Osterweis Capital Management provide insights.