From Donald Klip, Co-founder of Global Mortgage Group
I wanted to personally share an exciting development that I believe will be of significant interest to you and your investment strategy in Asia.
Why I'm Launching GMG Advisory
After years of building Global Mortgage Group and executing over $400 million in high-value bridging finance deals the past 2 years in Singapore alone, I've identified a massive gap in Asia's financing landscape that presents exceptional opportunities for sophisticated investors like yourself.
The middle market—companies needing $15-100 million in capital—represents the backbone of Asia's growth story. Yet these businesses consistently face limited access to appropriately structured financing. They're too large for traditional SME lending but below the scale that attracts major institutional project finance.
This is exactly where I see the greatest opportunity for our clients.
Bringing Wall Street Standards to Asia's Middle Market
My experience in senior investment banking roles at the world’s largest investment banks taught me that institutional-grade execution and analytical frameworks can unlock extraordinary value. I'm now applying these same rigorous standards—typically reserved for hundred million transactions—to the $15-100 million segment through GMG Advisory, a sub-division of Global Mortgage Group.
"The middle market is the backbone of Asia's growth, yet it continues to face limited access to appropriately structured financing. By focusing on the $15–100 million range, and leveraging both our real estate expertise and my global investment banking experience, we are strategically positioned to help dynamic businesses unlock capital, accelerate expansion, and capture new market opportunities."
Beyond Real Estate: A Diversified Approach That Makes Sense
While we've built our reputation on real estate expertise, GMG Advisory expands strategically into opportunities where real estate remains a vital component. Many of Asia's most dynamic growth opportunities maintain real estate elements through collateral structures, mixed-use developments, or project-linked assets.
As I noted in our recent press release: "While GMG Advisory remains rooted in its strong real estate focus, the firm is increasingly identifying opportunities across other industries. Many of these opportunities maintain a real estate component—whether through collateral structures, mixed-use development, or project-linked assets—highlighting the interconnected nature of financing in Asia's evolving growth landscape."
This approach provides the portfolio diversification that I know many of you seek, while maintaining the tangible asset backing that has served our clients well.
Why This Opportunity Is Perfectly Timed
Asia's mid-market financing needs are exploding. "Asia's mid-market financing needs are expected to grow significantly as companies scale to meet increasing domestic demand and expand into international markets."
Meanwhile, traditional banks continue tightening credit standards across the region. This creates a perfect storm of opportunity for alternative capital providers who can offer sophisticated structuring and execution.
What This Means for Your Portfolio
For our family office and private banking clients, GMG Advisory offers several compelling advantages:
Institutional-Grade Due Diligence: I'm applying the same analytical rigor I used at major investment banks to every transaction—enhanced due diligence and risk assessment that this segment has historically lacked.
Flexible Structuring: We create tailored financing strategies that align with your specific risk profiles and return requirements—the kind of sophisticated structuring you expect.
Optimal Scale: The $15-100 million range is perfect for substantial portfolios—meaningful enough to move the needle, yet manageable enough for thorough analysis and oversight.
Singapore Hub Advantages: Our Singapore base provides optimal regulatory framework and financial infrastructure for accessing pan-Asian opportunities while maintaining international market connectivity.
First-Mover Positioning: With global private credit giants increasingly turning to Asia, early positioning through an established platform with proven investment banking expertise offers significant advantages.
The Market Context You Should Know
While banks still dominate Asian credit markets (79% versus just 33% in the US), this dynamic is shifting rapidly. Asia continues driving over 50% of global GDP growth while public debt markets remain underdeveloped—creating a structural opportunity for private credit solutions.
"We see enormous potential in helping companies that are ready for the next stage of growth but are constrained by limited access to capital. Our heritage in real estate gives us a unique edge, and we're excited to extend that expertise into adjacent opportunities where real estate remains a vital component."
My Team-Building Approach
I'm deliberately constructing a world-class team that combines investment banking protocol from the world’s largest financial institutions with deep local market knowledge. This creates the unique value proposition that our sophisticated clients deserve—institutional-grade execution without bureaucratic constraints.
Next Steps for Interested Clients
If you're interested in exploring how GMG Advisory can enhance your Asian investment strategy, I'd welcome a direct conversation about specific opportunities and how they might fit your portfolio objectives.
Given our existing relationship and your investment sophistication, you'll have priority access to our deal flow and structuring capabilities.
Contact Me Directly
Phone: +65 9773 0273
Email: [email protected]
I'm always available for a direct conversation about how these opportunities might align with your investment goals.
Your Top Questions Answered:
Q1: What is the primary purpose of GMG Advisory?
A: GMG Advisory is designed to connect sophisticated investors with exclusive private credit opportunities between $15 million and $100 million, targeting Asia’s fast-growing middle market sector.
Q2: How does GMG Advisory stand out from traditional investment platforms?
A: It brings institutional-grade expertise from global investment banking to mid-market financing, offering deep analysis, due diligence, and flexible deal structuring tailored to investor needs.
Q3: What types of businesses or assets does GMG Advisory focus on?
A: The platform identifies mid-sized companies with solid growth potential across Asia, often backed by real estate, collateralized assets, or project-linked developments.
Q4: Why is this the right time to invest through GMG Advisory?
A: With traditional banks tightening credit, mid-market companies face funding gaps. GMG Advisory offers investors a chance to capture strong yields in a sector poised for major expansion.
Q5: What are the key advantages for investors partnering with GMG Advisory?
A: Investors gain access to high-quality private credit deals, institutional-level execution, customized financing strategies, and early entry into one of Asia’s most dynamic investment segments.
