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June 18, 2026

Senior Loans

Market ReportRates CreditInformation Technology

The report evaluates the leveraged loan market, noting solid carry but limited price upside due to AI-related software sector repricing and elevated default risks. Primary issuance remains robust, though credit fundamentals continue to face pressure.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Leveraged loan markets are showing divergence, with the Software sector repricing lower due to AI-related disruption risks.
  • 2.US leveraged loan default rates remain elevated, with expectations for 3-4% over the next 12 months.
  • 3.Primary market issuance recovered in May to USD 43bn, driven by improved sentiment.

Table of Contents

  • Central scenario
  • Upside scenario
  • Downside scenario
  • Appendix

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Authors

Antoine GeillerCarolina CorvalanFrederick MellorsLeslie Falconio

Securities

Morningstar LSTA US Leveraged Loan Index

Themes

AI Disruption in Software

Regions

GlobalEuropeUnited States