Sixth US CLO priced in under two years since launching its US platform in 2024, reflecting the rapid growth and momentum of Permira Credit’s US Liquid Credit business
Global Liquid Credit AUM for Permira Credit to reach $9.5bn upon closing
San Francisco, California – October, 16 2026 – Permira Credit, a leading specialist credit investor, today announces the pricing of MENLO CLO VI (“Menlo VI”), a $401.9 million US collateralized loan obligation (“CLO”).
Menlo VI is Permira Credit’s sixth US CLO priced in under two years since the launch of the platform, reflecting both the firm’s consistency of execution across market conditions and sustained investor support. It is also the firm’s 21st CLO priced globally and fifth global CLO of 2026, comprising two European CLOs (Providus CLO XIV in January and Providus CLO XV in April) and three US CLOs (Menlo CLO IV in February, Menlo CLO V in May and Menlo CLO VI).
The total AUM for Permira Credit’s global Liquid Credit platform will reach $9.5 billion upon closing of this transaction.
Jared Adler, Managing Director at Permira Credit, said: “Pricing our sixth Menlo CLO in an environment that continues to reward selectivity reflects the discipline of our approach and the confidence our investors place in our strategy. We are grateful for their continued support, and for the hard work of our team in delivering another successful transaction.”
Ariadna Stefanescu, Co-Head of Permira Credit and Head of Liquid Credit, said: “Six US CLOs in under two years demonstrates the strength of our team and the consistency of our credit-led approach. Periods of market volatility create compelling opportunities for experienced managers, and we thank our investors for their ongoing support as we continue to scale our US platform.”
Permira Credit is a leading global CLO manager, with an established European platform, Providus, alongside its growing US platform, Menlo. Across both platforms, the firm applies the same proven, disciplined, credit-led investment approach, with a focus on resilient portfolio construction, active portfolio management, and a strong commitment to responsible investing. Providus has priced 15 transactions since 2018, including Providus CLO XV (€403.3 million) in April 2026.
The pricing is subject to customary closing conditions. The collateral manager of Menlo VI is Permira US CLO Manager LLC.
