Notably, 59 per cent of Australian investors are keen on expanding their investments in unconventional private credit arenas, including NAV lending and esoteric asset-backed securities like music royalties and airplane leasing, compared to 47 per cent globally. As Andrew Kleinig of Nuveen highlights, Australian investors are particularly enthusiastic about energy infrastructure credit and other non-traditional sectors.
According to the survey, the appetite for niche private credit solutions is also growing among family offices and high-net-worth individuals. These investors are seeking diversification and stable income through private market investments, indicating a strong demand for innovative financial strategies.
This trend aligns with global predictions where private infrastructure, credit, and equity are expected to experience increased allocations. Australian investors reflect these preferences, showing a particularly aggressive stance toward equity exposure, with 69 per cent planning to increase their equity allocations compared to 54 per cent globally.
Nuveen is strategically positioned to support these ambitions through its offerings. Their initiatives, including the CRE Debt Fund and Nuveen Churchill Private Credit Income Fund, are tailored to enhance access to private capital in both Australian and international markets, providing investors with promising opportunities for portfolio diversification and stable returns.
