Threats of the potential closure of the Department of Education could massively expand private student loan ABS issuance.

Investors are showing strong demand for various types of esoteric ABS, including data center securitizations, whole-business transactions and deals tied to music royalties.

Attendance at the ABS East conference hit another record this week, with investors showing strong demand for structured finance products. Issuance is expected to remain elevated, helped by interest rate moves.