Axonic Capital
Axonic Capital is a New York-based investment management firm specializing in structured credit and commercial real estate (CRE) investments. Founded in 2010 by Clayton DeGiacinto, the firm has earned a strong reputation for its disciplined, research-driven approach to alternative investments. Axonic Capital leverages advanced technology and sophisticated quantitative models to identify value in dislocated and fragmented markets, particularly within securitized mortgages. The firm also possesses deep expertise in commercial real estate debt and equity, offering financing solutions across all major property types in the United States, with a strategic focus on the multifamily sector.
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ABOUT AXONIC CAPITAL
Axonic Capital is a leading investment firm specializing in structured credit, commercial real estate equity and lending, and systematic fixed income strategies.
Founded in 2010 by Clayton DeGiacinto, the New York–based firm has built a strong reputation for its disciplined, research-driven approach to alternative investments.
With over $6.5 billion in assets under management, Axonic Capital employs a long-term, value-oriented investment philosophy, seeking mispriced or overlooked opportunities across diverse asset classes.
The firm manages a flexible capital base that includes private limited partnerships, separate accounts, insurance company mandates, and publicly listed fund structures.
AXONIC CAPITAL SECTORS
Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities (RMBS) – Axonic Capital leverages its deep expertise in mortgage markets to identify attractive investment opportunities in both agency and non-agency RMBS, focusing on risk-adjusted returns.
Commercial Real Estate (CRE) – The firm actively invests in commercial real estate, targeting mispriced, distressed, or overlooked assets across multifamily, office, retail, and industrial property types. Axonic combines hands-on real estate knowledge with structured credit expertise to maximize value across the capital stack.
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) – Axonic Capital has a strong presence in the CMBS market, investing in both investment-grade and non-investment-grade tranches. Its team navigates complex loan structures, extended maturities, and asset valuations to uncover high-potential opportunities.
Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) – The firm invests in diverse ABS products, including auto loans, credit card receivables, and student loans, applying its structured credit expertise to optimize risk-adjusted returns.
Systematic Fixed Income – Axonic employs advanced quantitative models and data-driven strategies to identify market inefficiencies and mispriced securities in the fixed income space. Its systematic approach helps enhance returns while managing portfolio risk.