The CLOser – April 2026

What You’ll Learn in This Edition

The April 2026 edition of The CLOser explores developments across the global collateralised loan obligation (“CLO”) market, including US and European market activity, listing developments, regulatory updates, EU tax reforms affecting Irish CLOs, and industry perspectives from leading market participants.

US and European CLO Market Review

Read our analysis of the latest developments across the US and European CLO markets, including issuance volumes, refinancing activity, investor demand and emerging market trends.

US CLO Market Review: Examine the key trends shaping the US CLO market, including issuance activity, refinancing and reset volumes, investor demand and broader market developments during the first quarter of 2026.

European CLO Market Review: Review the latest developments in the European CLO market, highlighting issuance activity, refinancing trends, regulatory considerations and the factors expected to influence market performance through the remainder of 2026.

Cayman Islands and Dublin CLO Listing Updates

Global Listings Update: Explore recent developments relating to CLO listings on the Cayman Islands Stock Exchange and Euronext Dublin.

Regulatory and Tax Updates Affecting CLOs

Stay up to date with the latest regulatory and tax developments impacting CLO transactions and structured finance vehicles.

EU Tax Reforms and Their Impact on Irish CLOs: An overview of recent EU tax initiatives and their implications for Irish CLO structures.

Regulatory Developments Update: Key regulatory changes affecting CLO managers, arrangers and investors.

Withholding Tax Considerations for CLOs: Explore key withholding tax developments affecting CLO transactions and securitisation structures, together with practical considerations for market participants operating across multiple jurisdictions.

CLO Industry Insights and Commentary

Hear from industry leaders and members of our global CLO team as they share perspectives on current market dynamics, opportunities and challenges across the CLO sector.

Bringing You CLOser: This edition features Tracey Jackson, Managing Director and CLO Client Portfolio Manager at Nuveen, who shares her insights on the evolving CLO market, key industry trends and the opportunities shaping the year ahead.

Bringing Us CLOser: Highlights our new partnership with Women in Securitization, reflecting our ongoing commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion across the structured finance industry.