Ares CEO: Private Credit Doubling 'Inside of Five Years'

The video discusses the growth of private credit, highlighting its historical context and the structural changes in adjacent markets that have facilitated its expansion. It also examines the future growth potential and the impact of banking system consolidation.

What is the expected annual growth rate for private credit that could lead to a market doubling in five years?

• 5-10%

• 10-15%

• 15-20%

• 20-25%

Which factor is NOT mentioned as contributing to the growth of private credit?

• Consolidation of public equity markets

• Regulatory changes post-financial crisis

• Increase in average market cap of public companies

• Decrease in global interest rates

What has been a significant trend in the US banking system over the past few decades?

• Increase in the number of banks

• Fluctuation in the number of banks

• Stability in the number of banks

• Decrease in the number of banks

How many FDIC-insured banks were there in the US before the consolidation trend?

• 8000

• 4000

• 2000

• 6000

What event is mentioned as potentially accelerating the consolidation trend in the US banking system?

• Changes in consumer banking preferences

• Introduction of new banking technologies

• Silicon Valley Bank issues

• The Great Financial Crisis