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2026 Legends & Leaders
In an era defined by rapid recalibration, this issue dives deep into the 2026 middle market, examining how asset-based lending has evolved into a foundational liquidity engine as private credit navigates a $1.2 trillion maturity wall and shifting deal structures. At the heart of this edition, we celebrate our 2026 Legends & Leaders honorees — the Icons whose storied careers have defined the industry, the disciplined Sentinels and the deal-making Rainmakers, as well as the visionary Innovators and NextGen stars engineering what comes next. Through expert features on market pressures and exclusive roundtable discussions on the intersection of technology and relationship-based lending, we highlight the conviction and resilience of the professionals shaping the next chapter of global capital.
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2025 Leaders and Legends
2024 Dealmakers
2024 Industry Icons Issue
ABF Journal’s 2024 Turnaround Management Directory
The 2024 Best Companies in Specialty Finance
Top Women in Specialty Finance + Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The 2023 Deals of the Year Issue
2023 Industry Icons Issue
2023 Most Innovative Companies Issue
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