SC Lowy Secures Commitment from ADIA for South Korea Real Estate Private Credit Strategy

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SC Lowy has secured a commitment from a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) for its South Korea Private Credit Strategy focusing on the Real Estate sector.

The fund will provide tailored real estate credit solutions to developers, construction companies, and domestic financial institutions in South Korea. It will primarily target senior secured lending for residential, commercial, and logistic developments in major cities.

“Our South Korea Private Credit Strategy brings innovative financing solutions to the South Korean real estate market,” said SooCheon Lee, Chief Investment Officer at SC Lowy. “This fund presents an opportunity to address the growing demand for private credit in South Korea’s real estate sector.”

Mohamed Al Qubaisi, Executive Director of the Real Estate Department at ADIA, said: “Real estate private credit is growing rapidly in South Korea and SC Lowy is one of the country’s leading providers of innovative financing solutions. This commitment aligns with our strategy of supporting differentiated private real estate credit platforms alongside partners with established track records and strong market access.”

Leveraging SC Lowy’s extensive experience in real estate investment and credit analysis, the fund will employ a rigorous underwriting process to identify and capitalize on high-quality opportunities. By focusing on private credit, the fund aims to bridge the financing gaps left by traditional lenders, particularly in underserved segments of the market.

About SC LOWY
SC Lowy is a leading alternative asset manager with $1.6 billion in assets under management, specializing in opportunistic credit, special situations, and private credit across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Europe. Founded in 2009, the firm operates out of nine global offices with a team of over 50 experienced professionals.

At SC Lowy, we leverage our deep market expertise and local presence to overcome barriers to entry in fragmented markets. Our dedicated local teams cultivate long-standing relationships, granting us prime access to untapped investment opportunities. We focus on solid, cash-generating businesses and prioritize capital preservation, with a strong emphasis on downside protection through senior secured lending backed by hard assets.

With a proven track record in both private credit closed-end and open-ended funds, SC Lowy is committed to delivering innovative financial solutions that maximize value for our investors. Our approach combines rigorous credit analysis with a focus on mitigating risk, ensuring robust returns while safeguarding capital.

About ADIA
Established in 1976, the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (“ADIA”) is a globally-diversified investment institution that prudently invests funds on behalf of the Government of Abu Dhabi through a strategy focused on long-term value creation. For more information: https://www.adia.ae

Media Contacts:
Jamie Tadelis
SC Lowy – Head of Business Development
Jamie.tadelis@sclowy.com

Lionel de Somer
SC Lowy – Chief Strategy Officer
Lionel.de.somer@sclowy.com

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