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To: Smart_Asset who wrote (25739)	1/29/2026 12:49:14 PM
From: SeeksQuality	2 Recommendations Recommended By ddbpaso Smart_Asset Respond to of 25829

BDCs are somewhat adjacent to private credit, would think they share many of the same dynamics. REITs own the property under the businesses, many of which are investment grade. There's a bit of a difference between a lease and a loan. Still, they are sensitive to bankruptcies in their clients, especially if concentrated. CEFs are not a uniform asset class, they can invest in many different assets. You have to explore each on its merits.

To: Smart_Asset who wrote (25739)	1/30/2026 7:26:44 AM
From: jritz0	2 Recommendations Recommended By SeeksQuality Smart_Asset Respond to of 25829

RE: I believe you have expressed some concern about private lending and wondering if that extends to BDCs, REITs, and CEFs? I have concerns about the whole financial industry. Any deregulation would be taken advantage of by financial institutions as always is the case. JPM moved their precious metals trading desk to Singapore to get around the US regulations. Previously they would abuse the system, make an enormous profit and pay a relatively small fine. Look at the manipulation going on in the precious metals, I would ask why it would be any different in the credit industry.