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Fixed Income Alternatives Conference - Dubai

Exploring the Rise of Private and Structured Credit Opportunities in GCC
October 2026 | Dubai U.A.E.

ABOUT THE EVENT

The Fixed Income Alternatives Conference - Dubai is the only event in Dubai dedicated to fixed income alternatives investing.

The largest asset managers and structured credit investors from Europe and the U.S. will come together to connect with locally domiciled sovereign wealth funds, specialty finance originators, fund managers, and banks.

The conference will cover a wide range of topics, including the growing private credit opportunity in the UAE, the potential of fixed income alternatives in GCC economies, choosing the right financial path and building a robust funding structure, when and how to consider asset-backed securitisation, structured credit: CLO debt, equity, and significant/credit risk transfer, venture debt, and more.

The full-day event is designed to provide attendees with an enriching experience, offering a diverse program featuring keynote addresses, panel discussions, and interactive workshops led by subject matter experts. This will provide LPs, fund managers, and service providers with unparalleled networking opportunities and valuable insights into the fixed income alternatives market.

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A Sampling of Allocators Confirmed to Attend

1650 Wealth Management | British Columbia Investment Management | Canada Pension Plan | Cliffwater | City of Stamford | Commonfund | Dai-ichi Life Insurance NY | GCF Family Office | Guardian Life | Korean Reinsurance Company | Liberty Mutual Investment Management | Metlife Insurance | NYC Office of the Comptroller | Mutual of Omaha | National Life Group | New York Life Investors | Pacific Life Insurance | Temasek

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WHY ATTEND

Funds - Meet the largest pocket of private wealth globally and showcase your fund strategy. Meet potential borrowers and assess the opportunity to deploy capital locally.

Allocators - Get a deeper understanding on the various pathways to invest in the fixed income alternatives sector. Learn about fixed income allocation strategies in a volatile global macro environment. Meet fund managers from abroad ranging in size and strategy, many with unique and niche approaches.

Borrowers - Learn about accessing capital from alternative lenders. Meet alternative providers of capital to fund your business.

Service Providers - Network with a local investor and borrower base and leading fund managers/CLO managers from the US, Europe and locally.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Global Credit Funds (BDCs, ABF, Direct Lending)​
U.S. and European CLO Managers ​
Local Allocators (Sovereign Wealth, Family Office, Private Wealth, Insurance)​
Global Investment Banks & Broker-Dealers​​
Local Policymakers and Regulatory Authorities​​
Global Industry Trade Associations (LSTA)​​
International Legal Counsel​​
Credit Ratings Agencies (NRSROs)​​
Technology & Data Providers

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Enhance your conference experience with exclusive Private Credit Club networking opportunities. PCC members enjoy access to invitation-only events and dedicated members' lounge throughout the day, offering an intimate settings for meaningful conversations with peers. Membership is open to GPs, LPs, and Borrowers. Learn more about the PCC at privatecreditclub.com.

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Fixed Income Alternatives Reception

The Private Credit Club is delighted to return to the Middle East for an exclusive, members-only gathering. This intimate event offers a unique opportunity to engage with local sovereign wealth funds, private wealth managers, and family offices with a strong interest in structured credit.

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PCC Members-Only Lounge

PCC Members enjoy access to the Members-Only Lounge at the conference. Designed as a quiet retreat from the event’s bustle, it provides a space for private meetings and enhanced networking with fellow PCC Members in a relaxed, focused environment.

WHAT PREVIOUS ATTENDEES SAY ABOUT OUR CONFERENCES

“Thank you and the entire DealCatalyst team for organizing such a remarkable conference. It was truly an outstanding experience - the content, speakers, and networking opportunities were all exceptional.”

– Gary Miller, Director, Speciality Finance | Revere Capital
Yinnon Shraga, CEO | Hartman Real Estate Consultancy (Dubai, UAE)

"It was a great event from the content, attendance and organization standpoints. I am very happy that I attended and looking forward to future ones."

– Alexander Bulgakov, Managing Director | Cornflower Capital

"The organization of the conference was excellent, topics that panellists covered, and I really appreciate the focus on supporting women, app, opportunity to set up a 1-on-1 meetings."

– Anna Kudriavtseva, Capital Formation Team Lead | Imperial Fund

"Innovative event held at a great location, with great speakers and excellent content. Worth attending as the GCC market continues to grow.”

– Tom Lazaridi, Managing Director | Moody's

"Excellent kick-off conference! I thought the venue was ideal: so easy for attendees travelling to the DIFC and the right amount of space for the number of people plus easy to find everything." 

– Scott M. D'Orsi, CFA, Portfolio Manager, Floating Rate Debt | Franklin Templeton

"A great event, highly recommened to people that are laser focused on their needs."

– Anonymous, CEO | Fund Manager

WHAT PREVIOUS ATTENDEES SAY ABOUT OUR STRUCTURED FINANCE SERIES

"Networking capabilities were really helpful. Being able to connect with attendees in advance to set up meetings was a great feature."

– Anonymous
Head of Financing for Private Credit | Credit Fund

"Each of the panelists, topics/content, and overall cadence was fantastic."

– Daniel Lepore, CFA
Managing Director, Head of Liability Management | Cliffwater

"Tremendously impressed with the content and the attendance by so many leading market participants."

– Matthew Schernecke
Partner | Hogan Lovells US LLP

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