MA Asset Management

We are excited to announce that MA Asset Management will be a Platinum Sponsor at Markets Group NYC Private Wealth East RIA Forum on February 25th, 2025. This will be our first of several events with Markets Group across the United States.

Private Credit at MA is a global effort combining a robust origination and underwriting process coupled with rigorous due diligence highlighted by our unique and differentiated Red Team Challenge. This brief video series featuring Joint CEO Chris Wyke and Head of Credit Investments and Lending Frank Danieli illustrates our depth both globally and in the US. To learn more about our approach to Private Credit please see the videos attached below.

We are extremely proud to announce our strategic partnership with humm group's flexicommercial Australia asset finance platform in an Australian first co-lending deal.   The deal will see us acquire up to $1 billion worth of Flexicommercial’s commercial asset finance loans (with a seed portfolio of ~$500m) via our private credit managed funds in a forward flow arrangement, giving us and our investors access to a substantial pipeline of high quality, prime asset finance loans.   In an interview today with the The Australian Financial Review's Aaron Weinman our Head of Credit Investments and Lending Frank Danieli said “Our new strategic partnership with Flexicommercial is an innovative financing strategy and an advancement for Australia’s private credit industry. We have seen the power of co-lending programs globally and are seeking to introduce these opportunities to our local market. This arrangement allows us to access an attractive pipeline of prime asset finance deal flow, diversify MA Financial’s private credit portfolio and participate in the growth of the commercial asset finance sector for our managed funds.   We have identified asset financing as an attractive lending space for some time. The rise of the broker channel is creating more options for borrowers and a more level playing field for non-bank financiers to provide customers lending solutions. We like sectors where banks are ceding market share and are no longer the most efficient provider of capital. We think there are compelling risk-adjusted returns available in these market gaps. This unique partnership structure with Flexicommercial is an effective way for us to capitalise on these thematics in asset finance for our managed funds.” https://lnkd.in/gH5e-JPQ

We are excited to announce that MA Asset Management will be a Platinum Sponsor at Markets Group NYC Private Wealth East RIA Forum on February 25th, 2025. This will be our first of several events with Markets Group across the United States.

MA Asset Management is pleased to announce it has provided, along with Forbright Bank, a $40MM senior credit line to Iron Horse Credit, a leading non-bank, asset-based lender. With the completion of this transaction, Iron Horse will continue to provide asset-based debt capital solutions to small-to-medium sized enterprises that regularly face capital constraints and cannot easily access traditional sources of financing through banks.

It was fantastic to host our Australian colleagues and valued clients last week on their inaugural study tour in New York City.

Late last year, Ashees J., Head of US Credit Investments, and Chris Wyke, Joint CEO of MA Financial Group, sat down with national paper, The Australian, to discuss our strategic growth in the US private lending sector.   Key takeaways: Navigating market shifts. Our primary focus is on successfully navigating the dynamic market shifts. We're capitalizing on the growing demand for private lending, targeting loans in the $10m to $100m segment. US market potential. The US market, with its higher potential returns and diverse banking sector, presents a prime opportunity for Australian investors, especially in the realm of private debt. Proactive growth strategy. Our expansion in the US market aligns with our goal to broaden our reach and deepen our impact in the international financial landscape, reinforcing MA Financial's commitment to innovative and strategic investment approaches.   As we continue to evolve and adapt to the changing economic conditions, our focus remains on identifying opportunities for our clients and our stakeholders.   #MAFinancial #USDebtMarket #InvestmentStrategy #MarketInsights

Our Co-Head of US Credit Investments Ashees J. has spent the past few weeks with our Australian counterparts. Alongside Joint CEO Chris Wyke and Head of Credit Investments and Lending Frank Danieli, the team ran a series of events discussing and debating the diverse landscape that is private credit and its emerging opportunities.   Their discussions shed light on the shifting tides in both the US and Australian credit markets, emphasizing the unique opportunities for non-bank lenders amidst the global shift in interest rate dynamics. As traditional banking avenues tighten up, the horizon looks promising for private credit lenders aiming for robust performance with well-calibrated risks.

Today, Blue Elephant Capital Management is proud to rebrand as MA Asset Management.   We first partnered with ASX-listed MA Financial Group on a loan funding partnership in 2021 following an introduction by Global Investment Bank Moelis & Company. In May of this year, we were acquired by MA Financial though continue to be led by the same senior team as in place over the past decade.   MA Financial is a global alternative asset manager with US$5.7 billion assets under management specializing in private credit, real estate and hospitality.   Visit mafinancial.com/us to view our new website where you will find details about our capabilities in private credit and lending.   Over the past decade we have built a strong business focused on private credit investing seeking to deliver sustainable long-term value to our clients. We are excited about this next chapter and look forward to continuing our journey as MA Asset Management.

Today, Blue Elephant Capital Management is proud to rebrand as MA Asset Management.   We first partnered with ASX-listed MA Financial Group on a loan funding partnership in 2021 following an introduction by Global Investment Bank Moelis & Company. In May of this year, we were acquired by MA Financial though continue to be led by the same senior team as in place over the past decade.   MA Financial is a global alternative asset manager with US$5.7 billion assets under management specializing in private credit, real estate and hospitality.   Visit mafinancial.com/us to view our new website where you will find details about our capabilities in private credit and lending.   Over the past decade we have built a strong business focused on private credit investing seeking to deliver sustainable long-term value to our clients. We are excited about this next chapter and look forward to continuing our journey as MA Asset Management.