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Helicap Exchange: Cracking the Code to Private Credit

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Highlights from David Z Wang’s First Public Webinar

In today’s climate of market uncertainty and tighter liquidity, investors are actively seeking smarter, more ways to and students are increasingly curious about how to break into the space.

To unpack this growing asset class, Helicap Securities’ CEO David Z Wang hosted his first-ever public webinar, Cracking the Code to Private Credit. Whether you are an investor exploring new opportunities or a student eager to understand the future of finance, this session offered valuable insights into one of the fastest-growing trends in alternative investments.

If you missed it, here’s what you need to know.

What makes Private Credit stand out?

Private credit sits at the sweet spot between risk and return. It offers stable income, structured protections, and consistent yields, making it one of the fastest-growing corners of finance today.

  • 8%–15% historical annual returns
  • Moderate risk rating profile
  • Low volatility compared to public markets
  • Downside protection through secured, structured lending

“Private credit isn’t just about higher yields,” David shared. “It’s about consistent performance, even in uncertain times.”

Why Southeast Asia is the Place to watch?

The region is quickly becoming a magnet for private credit activity and for good reason.

  • $730 billion credit gap across Southeast Asia and India
  • 45,000+ Non-Bank Financial Institutions (NBFIs) across emerging markets
  • Strong demand from MSMEs underserved by traditional banks
  • Rapid growth of digital lending and fintech platforms

At the same time, interest rates across Southeast Asia are converging with U.S. rates, creating an attractive environment for investors seeking yield without taking on excessive risk.

Riding through Market Cycles with Confidence

David also walked attendees through how private credit has held up during periods of financial stress from the 2008 Global Financial Crisis to the COVID-19 pandemic.

By using floating rate structures, strong underwriting, and tight controls, private credit strategies have consistently demonstrated resilience, even when traditional asset classes falter.

Helicap’s Risk-First Approach

Risk management is at the core of Helicap’s investment philosophy. Every deal is structured to safeguard capital through:

  • Senior-secured loans with first claim on borrower assets
  • Collateral pledges, corporate guarantees, and cash flow tracking
  • Covenants to monitor borrower leverage, portfolio health, and liquidity

This isn’t just theory. It’s backed by data and discipline.

  • 1000+ companies screened since inception
  • <30 investments made — a highly selective process
  • $500 million deployed with zero defaults to date

A Pathway for the Next Generation of Investors

David wrapped the session by speaking directly to participants who are eager to break into private credit. He highlighted the growing career opportunities in the space, as well as the foundational skills that matter:

  • Strong financial modeling and credit risk assessment
  • Communication, negotiation, and deal structuring
  • Experience from investment banking, asset management, or credit analysis

The Big Picture

Cracking the Code to Private Credit gave attendees a front-row view into a market that is still under explored but full of potential. With global investors searching for yield, and emerging markets in need of capital, private credit is no longer just an alternative,  it’s becoming essential.

As David said, “This is just the beginning.”

Gain exclusive access to the full webinar video here

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