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U.S. Corporate Bonds Had Their Busiest May Since 2020

By Caleb Mutua

Companies must decide whether to issue now, when rates are higher but tariffs are paused, or wait until autumn, when rates are expected to fall but tariffs may have kicked in.

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Junkiest Junk Is Offering a Warning Sign for Debt

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Global Bond Tantrum Is Worrisome

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January 09, 2025

2025 Starts with a $185 Billion Debt-Sales Frenzy

“Issuers are taking advantage of calm markets, low volatility, and tight spreads before Trump’s tariffs might spoil the party. ... For a record amount of issuance, there must also be a large amount of investors ready to put money at work. This is indeed the case.”

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October 14, 2024

Boeing Would Be Biggest Ever U.S. 'Fallen Angel' If Cut to Junk

S&P and Moody's are both considering downgrading the planemaker to junk. If they do, much of Boeing's $52 billion in outstanding long-term debt would be ineligible for inclusion in investment-grade indexes.

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September 23, 2024

U.S. Companies Raising Billions in Debt Markets After Rate Cut

The average yield in the U.S. investment-grade and high-yield bond markets fell following the Fed's move, making borrowing more attractive for issuers.

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September 09, 2024

Why Companies Are Racing to the U.S. Debt Market

Borrowing costs have become compelling, as markets are already pricing in expectations for reduced interest rates. And several external factors could reverse that trend.

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