Blackstone's listing of its new credit fund is just the latest example of investor appetite for debt, a rare commodity for private equity. 

Fund managers are exploiting an opportunity as traditional lenders remain on their back foot while keeping an eye on capital cushions. 

At this year’s European Mid-Market event, experts from Robert W Baird andLloyds Bank Corporate Markets will be discussing how GPs can finance deals. 

With speakers including notable LPs, GPs and advisers, other panel sessions on the day will focus on opportunities in distressed investments and how GPs can finally crack the Mittelstand.

The event takes place at the Hilton Arc de Triomphe Paris on 19 October.

To join more than 200 European private equity professionals, including senior general partners from across the region and a selection of institutional investors, register now or call +44 (0) 207 045 7600. Find out more at europeanmidmarket.com.