The Future of Private Credit
Marc Rowan — CEO, Apollo Global Management
Question
Why is private credit growing so rapidly, and what does it mean for investors?
Answer
Marc Rowan explains how private credit and private markets are expanding investment opportunities and reshaping portfolio construction.
Explanation
In this episode of Icons and Ideas, Peter Mallouk talks with Apollo CEO Marc Rowan about private credit, retirement investing and the future of private markets.
What You'll Learn
- What private credit is and why it's becoming one of the fastest-growing investment opportunities
- How private markets are changing portfolio diversification and long-term investing
- Why higher interest rates have reshaped the investment landscape
- Marc Rowan's outlook on retirement investing, financial advice and the future of private markets
Timestamps
Key Takeaways
- Private credit has evolved into one of the fastest-growing asset classes, offering investors new opportunities for diversification and income.
- Successful investing isn't about choosing between public or private markets. It's about building a portfolio that uses both strategically.
- Long-term investment success comes from disciplined underwriting, thoughtful risk management and buying quality assets at the right price.
- As financial markets continue to evolve, access to private investments and professional advice will play an increasingly important role in building wealth.
Transcript
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Full transcript for this episode is coming soon.
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Who's in this episode
Marc Rowan
CEO, Apollo Global Management
Marc Rowan is the Chief Executive Officer of Apollo Global Management, one of the world's largest alternative asset managers and a global leader in private credit, private equity, infrastructure and real assets. Since co-founding Apollo in 1990, Marc has helped grow the firm into one of the most influential investment organizations in the world, managing hundreds of billions of dollars on behalf of institutional and individual investors. Widely recognized as one of the leading voices in private markets, Marc has been instrumental in expanding access to private credit and developing innovative investment solutions for retirement plans, financial advisors and institutions. His expertise spans capital markets, corporate finance, risk management and long-term investing. Beyond Apollo, Marc is actively involved in education, philanthropy and public policy initiatives and widely respected for his thoughtful perspective on financial markets, economic growth and the future of investing.
Peter Mallouk
President & CEO, Creative Planning
Peter Mallouk is the President and CEO of Creative Planning, one of the largest independent wealth management firms in the country. He hosts Icons and Ideas, candid conversations with the world's leading entrepreneurs, founders and changemakers.

