European direct lending saw significant growth in 2024, with 994 deals completed throughout the year—marking a 38% increase from 2023 and well above the previous three-year annual average of 858 transactions. Against this backdrop, we are even more pleased that CVI continues to hold a strong position in the Debtwire Direct Lender Rankings for the full year 2024:

• 1 in Europe Small-cap – 14 deals, 9,59% share
• 1 in DACH & Poland – 11 deals, 8,40% share
• 2 in Europe (includes real estate) – 38 deals, 4,83% share
• 5 in Europe (includes real estate and adds-ons) – 49 deals, 4,17% share

These achievements reaffirm CVI’s strong market presence and commitment to supporting businesses in the Central Europe region, with tailored made direct lending solutions. What is more, we have ambition plans for 2025 since we want to deploy EUR 500m in the next 12 months.