How strong is SMBC's lending side?

Hi, Thinking of breaking into SMBC's lending side like lev fin, but I read that a lot of Japanese banks don't present decent exit options. I know PE is kind of a far fetch from SMBC or similar banks. 

I am trying to ultimately exit to private credit. What do you guys think of SMBC as a stepstone into that career path? Would it still need another lateral move to a more well-known bank to do so?


Thank you!

 

The Japanese bank have strong IG lending books but do not have the lev fin/sponsor books that would help you make such a move. Arguably would have a better time doing project finance at SMBC. 

 

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