Gibson Dunn announced today that it has expanded its premier finance capabilities with the arrival of Duncan K. R. McKay, who has joined the New York office as a partner and will serve as Head of Fund Finance. He brings extensive experience in structuring, negotiating, and managing complex fund finance and structured capital transactions.

Ivy Asset Group, a private credit manager focused on specialty finance and asset-based lending, announced the closing of a senior secured, first-lien equipment finance facility with Stircor Services, a leading provider of municipal wastewater treatment services. The transaction highlights Ivy’s disciplined approach to portfolio management and structured deal origination within the environmental services sector.

As part of the continued execution of its growth plan, Dime Community Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: DCOM) (the “Company” or “Dime”), the parent company of Dime Community Bank (the “Bank”), announced today that Dan Fosina will join Dime as Senior Vice President, Group Leader.

Monroe Capital LLC (“Monroe”) announced today the closing of Monroe Capital PCL CLO 1, LTD, a $730.7 million term debt securitization. This marks Monroe’s third CLO transaction in 2025 and is secured by a portfolio of lower and traditional middle market senior secured loans.

Republic Business Credit, a national commercial finance company offering working capital and accounts receivable management solutions, announced a partnership with an emerging electronic bicycle company. Republic will manage the credit and collections function for the fast-growing company and provide credit protection services to allow the company to expand sales to new and existing customers while protecting itself against losses.

BHI, the U.S Branch of Bank Hapoalim, B.M. and a full-service commercial bank, announced that it has closed on a $29 million loan to the Gold Standard of Care Group for the refinance of an ALF/SNF healthcare facility located at 2090 North Congress Avenue in West Palm Beach, FL.

American Signature, Inc. (“ASI” or the “Company”), one of the nation's leading home furnishings retailers and the parent company of Value City Furniture and American Signature Furniture, today announced it has filed voluntary petitions for chapter 11 relief in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware (the “Court”).

T-Max Lending LLC has successfully arranged financing for the construction of an mixed-use commercial complex in Decatur, Illinois. The loan was structured at an 8.9% interest rate with an 85% loan-to-value (LTV), a 24-months term, and a six-month extension option. The financing covers the project’s development costs, with repayment structured from lease-up proceeds following the commencement of operations.

36th Street Capital announced the closing of a $15 million equipment loan for a longstanding manufacturer in the automotive sector. The facility refinanced the company’s existing asset pool and provided liquidity in support of a strategic acquisition.

Blue Owl Capital (OWL.N)is considering reviving a plan to merge two of its private credit funds if the share price of the larger fund improves, as the alternative asset manager evaluates its options after facing investor backlash against the move last week, according to two people familiar with the matter.

Regents Capital Corporation(Regents), a leading provider of equipment leasing and financing solutions to middle-market borrowers, announced the successful extension and upsize to $150 million of its revolving credit facility with Bank OZK (Nasdaq:OZK), an industry leader in diversified corporate and institutional banking. Proceeds drawn on the facility will be used to fund new originations and fuel business growth.

First Bank is pleased to announce Bridget Welborn joined the bank this October as its new Chief Risk Officer and Head of Legal. Welborn brings more than 15 years of experience in legal, risk, privacy, and regulatory compliance, with a proven track record advising boards, CEOs, and executive management on critical initiatives.

The survey polled nearly 400 executives of middle market businesses with annual revenues ranging from $25 million to $1 billion and found that companies are highly familiar with the bill's provisions and expect substantial impacts on both the U.S. economy and their individual businesses.

eCapital Corp. (“eCapital”), a tech-enabled specialty finance provider serving small and midsize businesses across North America and the United Kingdom, has delivered a $6.5 million asset-based lending facility to support the growth and working capital needs of a home furnishings company based in North Carolina.

Mosaic Capital Partners, LLC (“Mosaic”) is pleased to announce the closing of its second fund with $205 million of total capital (including leverage). This is Mosaic’s 2nd Small Business Investment Company (“SBIC”) fund and will continue its exclusive focus on bringing broad-based employee ownership to exceptional lower middle market companies.

Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), a division of First Citizens Bank, today announced it has provided a $50 million growth capital facility to Lumafield, a pioneer in advanced manufacturing technology that delivers AI-powered manufacturing intelligence to help companies improve product quality, accelerate development, and automate operations.

Eclipse Business Capital LLC (“EBC”) announced that it has provided a $450 million senior secured ABL credit facility to a prominent long-established retailer.

First Citizens Bank today announced that Snow Holding has been named Director and Market Leader of Middle Market Banking for the Northeast, where he will lead relationship managers and business expansion efforts in both the Boston and New York offices, as well as the broader Northeast Corridor.

CohnReznick, a leading professional services firm, today announced that Sebastien Cuvelier has joined as Transaction Advisory Services Partner. As a strategic finance and M&A executive, Cuvelier has more than 25 years of global experience advising Fortune 1000 companies and private equity firms across industries including software, technology, telecom, consumer, and healthcare.

Renasant Business Credit is pleased to announce four recent fundings, totaling over $44 million.