
In the United States, CLO sales are expected to reach USD 201.5 billion in 2025, setting a new historical record
The number of leveraged loan collateralized securities issued by asset management firms this year has reached a record high, capitalizing on strong investor demand for high-yield loans. Data compiled by Bloomberg shows that the issuance of collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) has reached $201.5 billion in 2025, breaking last year's record of $201.2 billion. As the Federal Reserve's anticipated interest rate cuts may lower leveraged buyout costs and generate more loans, the surge in new U.S. CLO issuances is expected to extend into 2026

