Buyout funds are struggling to get the price they want for exiting investments.
The loan portfolio is seen as an attractive buy and not a contributing factor in the bank's demise.
Rising interest rates, inflation and recession risks have left buyout firms facing higher financing costs and lower returns
Credit Suisse executives are preparing to tap outside investors if they need more funds.
The bank has been striking dozens of deals in the fintech space.
Apollo is trying to deploy capital in companies at valuations of five to nine times EBITDA.
A full-blown merger with Credit Suisse would face major regulatory hurdles.