Royal London Asset Management successfully launches €500 million Hambridge CLO II — the largest European CLO year-to-date

Royal London Asset Management today announces the successful launch and pricing of the Hambridge CLO II, a €500 million European collateralised loan obligation (CLO), marking the largest European CLO issuance year to date.

This milestone underscores the continued growth of the Hambridge CLO franchise and reflects strong investor demand for diversified fixed income solutions across European credit markets. The transaction follows the firm’s recent inaugural €425 million Hambridge CLO I, demonstrating evolving client appetite and confidence in Royal London Asset Management’s leveraged finance platform.

Hambridge CLO II received broad support across tranches from both existing and new institutional investors, highlighting investor confidence in the business’ disciplined approach to CLO portfolio construction and management. The transaction further expands the firm’s presence in European leveraged finance while enhancing solutions for clients seeking resilient income opportunities.

The CLO continues to be managed by Sebastien Poulin and Khuram Sharih, supported by the wider leveraged finance team.

Sebastien Poulin, Head of Leveraged Finance Research, Royal London Asset Management said:

“The successful launch and upsize of the Hambridge CLO II, reflects both strong market demand and the progress we are making in building a credible, long-term franchise in European leveraged finance. This issuance demonstrates our commitment to expanding this capability and delivering diversified solutions that meet our client needs.”

Khuram Sharih, Senior Fund Manager, Royal London Asset Management added:

“The European leveraged loan and CLO markets continue to develop with robust activity and the Hambridge CLO franchise is a meaningful participant and significant contributor to the growth of these markets. We remain focused on delivering disciplined portfolio management and innovative solutions as part of our broader credit strategy.”

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