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BSP Group
BNY Mellon-Alcentra Mezzanine Partners is a private equity firm based in New York. It focuses on Mezzanine investments. The firm oversees approximately $786...
BSP Group
BNY Mellon-Alcentra Mezzanine Partners is a private equity firm based in New York. It focuses on Mezzanine investments. The firm oversees approximately $786 billion in assets, with a team of 26 staff, including 15 investment professionals.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
2002
AUM
$93B
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
New York
Corporate office
New York, NY, United States
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
How is BSP Group related to Franklin Templeton?
BSP Group is a wholly owned subsidiary of Franklin Templeton, one of the world's largest asset managers. Despite the ownership structure, BSP retains full investment and day-to-day operational independence. Franklin Templeton consolidated its alternative credit managers under the BSP brand in early 2026.
What credit strategies does BSP Group pursue?
BSP focuses exclusively on credit, with strategies spanning direct lending, structured credit, liquid credit, multi-asset credit, special situations, infrastructure debt, and real estate. The firm invests across both private and public credit markets. It also manages CLOs and registered funds.
How large is BSP Group's current asset base?
As of March 31, 2026, BSP Group reported $93 billion in assets under management, including all funds and separately managed accounts administered by BSP Group or Apera. The AUM is unaudited and approximated. The figure reflects the alignment of Franklin Templeton's alternative credit managers under the BSP brand earlier that year.
Does BSP Group manage capital for third-party investors?
Yes, BSP manages capital for investors worldwide through a variety of funds and separately managed accounts. The firm's platform includes public and registered funds alongside institutional private vehicles. Its strategies are designed to meet long-term client needs across the alternative credit landscape.
Is BSP Group the same entity as BNY Mellon-Alcentra Mezzanine Partners?
No. While this profile was originally queried under the name BNY Mellon-Alcentra Mezzanine Partners, the website at the provided domain, alcentra.com, represents BSP Group—the credit platform now consolidated under Franklin Templeton. The connection between BNY Mellon, Alcentra, and BSP is not explained by current firm materials.
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