Structured credit spotlight: Collateralized loan obligations

Collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) have been a cornerstone of structured credit for decades, delivering durable performance through multiple market cycles. But what makes them so resilient? In this episode of Alternative Angles, Fidelity’s Tim Hartshorn, managing director and head of CLO Capital Markets and Structuring, and Fidelity Portfolio Manager Kevin Nielsen join Host Steve Rosen to break down the architecture of CLOs—from senior secured loan portfolios to structural credit enhancements and protective covenants—and explore why CLOs remain a powerful tool for portfolio diversification and income generation.Tune in for insights on:How CLOs are built to withstand volatilityThe role of active management in navigating credit cycles Key trends shaping the CLO market today