loan origination
Defined in Article 4, Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD)
Definitions over time (1)
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16/04/2026 – today applies on 12/11/2026 Article 4, Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD) Scope: Whole act Also: originating a loan
For the purpose of this Directive, the following definitions shall apply:
‘loan origination’ or ‘originating a loan’ means the granting of a loan: directly by an AIF as the original lender; or indirectly through a third party or special purpose vehicle which originates a loan for or on behalf of the AIF, or for or on behalf of an AIFM in respect of the AIF, where the AIFM or AIF is involved in structuring the loan, or defining or pre-agreeing its characteristics, prior to gaining exposure to the loan;