Celebrating Excellence: Winners of the 2025 CLO Manager Awards

Celebrating Excellence at the 2025 CLO Manager Awards
The Creditflux awards are the beacon of recognition in the credit fund and collateralized loan obligation (CLO) industry, uniquely founded on data and metrics that highlight the most exceptional performers in the market.
A Gathering of the Best in the Industry
This year marked the 17th annual presentation of these prestigious awards, held at a sophisticated venue. The collaboration of the global CLO community was evident as they gathered to honor top performers in various categories, affirming a shared commitment to excellence.
The Award Ceremony
Over 90 CLO managers and fund managers submitted their performance metrics for consideration. The winners emerged in a live announcement during the Creditflux Manager Awards Dinner, attended by around 350 industry professionals, emphasizing the importance of these accolades in recognizing success.
Insights from the Experts
In the wake of increasing market volatility, experts shared insights at the Creditflux CLO Symposium, which took place alongside the awards ceremony. This event connected CLO investors with leading arrangers and managers, providing a platform for discussion about the evolving landscape of global structured finance.
The Importance of These Awards
Lisa Lee, Managing Editor of Creditflux, stated, "The CLO market has shown remarkable resilience amidst challenges, with last year's performance setting new standards for issuance volumes. We are thrilled to honor the top performers showcasing their achievements."
Highlights of the Award Winners
The awards recognized various categories that represent the diversity and innovation within the CLO landscape:
- Best New US CLO: AGL Core CLO 31 - Managed by AGL Credit Management
- Best New European CLO: Sound Point Euro CLO 11 - Managed by Sound Point Capital Management
- Best US CLO: Regatta XIX Funding - Managed by Napier Park Global Capital
- Best European CLO: Sculptor European CLO IX - Managed by Sculptor Capital Management
- Best Redeemed US CLO: Madison Park Funding XIII - Managed by UBS Asset Management
- Best Redeemed European CLO: ALME Loan Funding III - Managed by Apollo Global Management (Redding Ridge)
- Best New Middle-Market CLO: Cerberus Loan Funding XXXIX - Managed by Cerberus Business Finance
- Best Middle-Market CLO: Golub Capital Partners CLO 46(M) - Managed by Golub Capital
- Best Private Closed-End CLO Fund: GoldenTree Loan Management I LP - Managed by GoldenTree Asset Management
- Best Public Closed-End CLO Fund: Oxford Lane Capital Corp. - Managed by Oxford Funds, LLC
- Best CLO Fund (<$150m AUM): Lupus Alpha CLO Opportunity Notes I - Managed by Lupus Alpha Asset Management
- Best CLO Fund (>$150m AUM): Alcentra Structured Credit Opportunities Fund II - Managed by Alcentra
- Best US Boutique CLO Manager: Managed by Muzinich
- Best European Boutique CLO Manager: Managed by Fidelity International
- Best MM CLO Manager: Golub Capital
- Best US CLO Manager: Managed by GoldenTree Asset Management
- Best European CLO Manager: Managed by Sound Point Capital Management
- Creditflux Manager of the Year: GoldenTree Asset Management
This array of winners illustrates the competitive strength and strategic vision within the CLO sector, reinforcing its importance in today's financial landscape.
About ION and Creditflux
ION focuses on delivering transformative solutions through its cutting-edge trading and workflow automation software, which is crucial for institutional clients ranging from banks to corporate organizations. ION’s mission is to drive efficiency and enable informed decision-making, ensuring their clients remain at the forefront of market dynamics.
Creditflux, as part of ION Analytics, excels in providing top-notch news, data, and analysis focused on the CLO and credit trading industries. Established to serve professionals in the field, Creditflux generates insightful content that allows for in-depth understanding of market trends.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Creditflux CLO Manager Awards?
The Creditflux CLO Manager Awards are prestigious recognitions in the credit fund and CLO industry, determined by performance metrics and data.
Who organizes the awards?
Creditflux, a service of ION Analytics, hosts the awards, emphasizing their commitment to recognizing excellence in the industry.
What factors are considered in the award selections?
A range of factors, including financial performance and market impact, are evaluated to determine winners in various categories.
How many managers participated in this year's awards?
This year, over 90 CLO managers submitted performance data for consideration in the awards.
What is the significance of these awards?
The awards highlight the achievements of top-performing CLOs, managers, and funds, showcasing resilience and excellence in the market.
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