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Bain Capital Credit

North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston

Description

Bain Capital Credit, formerly known as Sankaty Advisors, stands as a prominent global credit specialist and one of the largest private managers of fixed income and credit assets. Established in 1998, the firm operates as an independently managed affiliate of Bain Capital, focusing exclusively on credit investments across various strategies. With approximately $58 billion in assets under management as of the first quarter of 2024, Bain Capital Credit deploys capital across the full credit spectrum, including leveraged loans, high-yield bonds, distressed debt, private credit, structured products, and non-performing loans.

The firm's investment approach is highly diversified, encompassing both performing and non-performing credit strategies. Their private credit arm provides direct lending solutions to middle-market and large-cap companies, offering flexible capital for growth, acquisitions, and recapitalizations. Additionally, Bain Capital Credit is a significant player in distressed debt and special situations, acquiring debt of companies in financial distress with the aim of restructuring or realizing value through recovery. Their deep analytical capabilities and global presence, with over 200 investment professionals, allow them to identify and execute complex credit opportunities across various industries and geographies.

Bain Capital Credit typically engages in substantial transactions, reflecting its institutional scale and focus on larger credit facilities. For direct lending and significant distressed debt positions, their initial commitments often range from tens to hundreds of millions of dollars. They are known for participating in and leading large syndicated credit facilities and acquiring substantial tranches of debt. The firm's long-standing track record and extensive resources position it as a key partner for companies seeking significant debt financing and for investors looking for exposure to sophisticated credit strategies.

Investor Profile

Bain Capital Credit has backed more than 22 startups, with 3 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 14 rounds, about 64% of its total and boasts 3 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Debt Financing, Private Equity, Secondary Market rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, United Kingdom, Spain.
  • Strong thematic focus on Financial Services, Finance, Information Technology.
  • Led 3 rounds in the past year.
  • Typical check size: $25M – $500M.

Stage Focus

  • Debt Financing (45%)
  • Private Equity (36%)
  • Secondary Market (5%)
  • Series C (5%)
  • Series Unknown (5%)
  • Series B (5%)

Country Focus

  • United States (64%)
  • United Kingdom (14%)
  • Spain (9%)
  • Australia (9%)
  • China (5%)

Industry Focus

  • Financial Services
  • Finance
  • Information Technology
  • Restaurants
  • Wealth Management
  • Food And Beverage
  • Telecommunications
  • Credit Cards
  • Fintech
  • Mobile Payments
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Who does Bain Capital Credit frequently co-invest with?

MCG Capital
North America, Virginia, United States, Arlington
Co-Investments: 2
OPTrust Private Markets Group
North America, Ontario, Canada, Toronto
Co-Investments: 2
IC
North America, Illinois, United States, Oak Brook
Co-Investments: 2
Abu Dhabi Capital Group
Asia, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi
Co-Investments: 2
The Myer Family Company
Oceania, New South Wales, Australia, Sydney
Co-Investments: 2
SPF Investment Management
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Post Road Group
North America, Connecticut, United States, Stamford
Co-Investments: 2
Pacific Lake Partners
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 2
Oaktree Capital Management
North America, California, United States, Los Angeles
Co-Investments: 2
Tikehau Capital
Europe, Ile-de-France, France, Paris
Co-Investments: 2

What are some of recent deals done by Bain Capital Credit?

DTiQ

Framingham, Massachusetts, United States

DTiQ provides intelligent video-based surveillance and loss prevention services.

AnalyticsInformation TechnologySecurityVideo
Debt FinancingOct 15, 2024
Amount Raised: $145,000,000
DC BLOX

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

We build and operate edge connected data centers enabled with speed of light business continuity.

Information TechnologyTelecommunications
Private EquityOct 8, 2024
Chartbeat

New York, New York, United States

Chartbeat tools measure and monetize website visitors' attention and engagement on page content and advertising.

AdvertisingAnalyticsContentReal Time
Private EquityOct 7, 2024
CW Advisors

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

CW Advisors is an investment firm that develops innovative wealth solutions for high-net-worth individuals and families.

FinanceFinancial ServicesWealth Management
Secondary MarketApr 27, 2023
vLex

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

vLex offers the professional, governmental, and academic markets with legal contents and solutions.

LegalLegal TechNatural Language ProcessingPredictive AnalyticsSearch EngineSemantic Web
Debt FinancingApr 4, 2023
Pyramid Global Hospitality

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Pyramid has extensive experience in providing core operational infrastructure and strategies for a wide range of full-service properties.

Hospitality
Debt FinancingFeb 28, 2023
Darcy Partners

Houston, Texas, United States

Darcy Partners researching new technologies and innovations that should be applied by energy companies.

EnergyInformation TechnologyOil and Gas
Private EquityJun 29, 2022
Insigneo

Miami, Florida, United States

Insigneo is a leading international wealth management firm that empowers independent investment professionals

Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ServicesTrading PlatformWealth Management
Debt FinancingJun 13, 2022
Insigneo

Miami, Florida, United States

Insigneo is a leading international wealth management firm that empowers independent investment professionals

Asset ManagementFinanceFinancial ServicesTrading PlatformWealth Management
Private EquityJun 13, 2022
Amount Raised: $100,000,000
OneShield Software

Marlborough, Massachusetts, United States

SaaS, Global Insurance Software Provider to the P&C, life, health and specialty markets.

Information TechnologyInsuranceInsurTechSaaSSoftware
Series UnknownJan 27, 2022
Amount Raised: $50,000,000