Full ownership will create a more comprehensive direct lending platform across the middle market and large cap segments

PGIM has agreed to acquire the remaining 25% interest in Deerpath Capital; bringing the firm’s ownership to 100%. This transaction follows PGIM’s initial acquisition of a 75% stake announced in May 2023 and is subject to regulatory approval.

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"We continue to believe the traditional middle market remains an attractive and important segment for borrowers and investors." --Matt Harvey, Global Head of Middle Market Direct Lending, PGIM

The acquisition will strengthen PGIM’s direct lending platform by adding Deerpath Capital’s lower middle market expertise to PGIM’s existing core middle market and large cap capabilities. With the addition of Deerpath’s lower middle market platform, PGIM will be positioned among a select group of asset managers with capabilities across the direct lending spectrum, with a combined $16B in AUM across a team of 55 investment professionals.*

"As direct lenders have scaled, many have moved into the large cap segment. We continue to believe the traditional middle market remains an attractive and important segment for borrowers and investors," said Matt Harvey, PGIM’s global head of middle market direct lending. "By moving to full ownership of Deerpath Capital, we are creating a more coordinated and scaled direct lending platform while preserving the investment discipline that has underpinned Deerpath Capital’s success. That combination better positions us to serve sponsors, borrowers and investors across the direct lending spectrum."

The comprehensive platform will allow for continued support of private equity sponsored and non-sponsored businesses as they grow and transition across the middle market and large cap market over time. More broadly, full ownership is expected to strengthen sponsor coverage and coordination while supporting more tailored direct lending solutions across borrower size segments and cohesive investor distribution and client service.

Deerpath Capital CEO James Kirby commented: "As one of the world's leading asset managers, PGIM is an ideal home for Deerpath, combining deep capital resources, asset management expertise and global relationships. Tas and I have developed an excellent working relationship with our colleagues at PGIM, and we look forward to the next chapter as part of the comprehensive PGIM Credit platform."

James Kirby and Tas Hasan will continue to lead the Deerpath investment process and investment committee governance for Deerpath funds while assuming leadership roles in PGIM Credit.

James Kirby will contribute investment strategy thought leadership across middle market direct lending. Matt Harvey and Tas Hasan will lead the middle market direct lending platform together. The transaction will not alter Deerpath’s existing investment team capabilities, investment process or approach to underwriting.

ABOUT PGIM

PGIM is the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. ((PRU), with $1.4 trillion in assets under management.* PGIM offers clients deep expertise across public and private asset classes, delivering a diverse range of investment strategies and tailored solutions—including fixed income, equities, real estate and alternatives. With 1,500+ investment professionals across 40 offices in 20 countries, we serve retail and institutional clients worldwide. For more information, visit pgim.com.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI) of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. For more information please visit news.prudential.com.

ABOUT DEERPATH CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, L.P

Deerpath Capital is an established private credit manager providing customized, cash-flow-based senior debt financing to sponsor-backed U.S. lower middle market companies. With a singular focus on this segment for nearly two decades, the firm has invested over $15 billion across more than 1,200 transactions and manages more than $9 billion in AUM as of March 31, 2026. Deerpath operates through regional origination and underwriting teams in the U.S. which are supported by global investor coverage across major U.S. markets, the U.K., Europe, Australia, Japan, Korea, and the Middle East. The firm’s focused strategy, deep lower middle market expertise, long-standing sponsor relationships, disciplined credit philosophy, and comprehensive direct lending platform define the Deerpath Difference. For more information, please visit www.deerpathcapital.com.

* As of Mar. 31, 2026.

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