AlbaCore Capital Group

AlbaCore Capital Group is a prominent European alternative credit specialist, focusing on private capital solutions, direct lending, opportunistic and dislocated credit, CLOs, and structured products. Founded in 2016, the firm is an affiliate of the First Sentier Group and manages assets on behalf of global pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, consultants, insurance companies, family offices, and endowments. Their investment philosophy emphasizes capital preservation and generating attractive risk-adjusted returns throughout market cycles.

The firm's senior investment team, including David Allen (Managing Partner, Chief Investment Officer), Bill Ammons (Partner, Portfolio Manager), and Deborah Cohen Malka (Partner, Portfolio Manager), previously collaborated at the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board's Principal Credit Investments business in London. AlbaCore's disciplined investment approach is founded on six pillars: values, partnership approach, sourcing edge, deep experience in the credit markets, strong track record with proven investment process, and creative structuring. These principles enable the firm to build long-term relationships with investors and counterparties, focusing on their responsibilities as fiduciaries and strategic partners.

AlbaCore's portfolio spans various sectors, including technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, energy, telecommunications, media, real estate, industrial manufacturing, transportation, utilities, retail, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and consumer services. The firm has invested over $25 billion since its inception, demonstrating a strong track record in delivering tailored credit solutions that meet the objectives of clients globally. Their commitment to responsible investment is evident through their adherence to the United Nations-supported Principles for Responsible Investment, focusing on environmental, social, and governance standards to ensure long-term value creation for investors and society.