In the December edition of Debtwire CEEMEA Private Credit 2026 Outlook, Marcin Leja, CVI’s chief executive officer and partner, comments on the growth prospects of the private debt market in Central Europe.

Key takeaways:

• Private debt has had a very strong year, with increasing recognition from both international and local investors.
• Private debt financing is helping level the playing field for CEE-based businesses compared with the opportunities available to Western European companies.
• The region is experiencing a rise in private-sector debt financing, with most transactions continuing to be sponsorless.
• The majority of deals remain below the EUR 25m threshold.
• The region has also seen an increase in transactions in renewables and broader infrastructure.
• In 2026, CVI aims to offer private debt financing to bank clients in cases where, for any reason, banks are unable to provide additional funding.

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