All Fixed Income articles – Page 10
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BlogThe Credit and Decarbonization Impacts of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) is a viable solution to decarbonizing aircraft travel but due to the slow pace of SAF uptake, airlines may fall short of their publicized decarbonization goals.
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BlogNot All AAA CLO ETFs are Created Equal
Actively managed AAA CLO ETFs provide access to the highest-rated CLO tranche but not all AAA CLOs are created equally, and actively managed ETFs are showing notable dispersion in positioning.
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White papersIndia’s time to shine
As the world’s biggest democracy goes to the polls, we examine the political powerhouse that is the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and consider how index inclusion could energise the country’s capital markets.
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White papersHigh yield structured credit: Ripe conditions within the European market
What is attracting investors to high yield structured credit?
Structured credit has grown considerably over the last few years. The trends propelling the asset class are long-term with investors potentially able to capture equity-like returns from the asset class. Capital at risk. -
White papersRe-Rating Financials
A year after the mini-banking crisis, we see the normalizing interest rate and yield backdrop generating tailwinds behind the Financials sector.
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White papersUnderwriting the Underwriters: Finding Opportunity in Consumer Loans
When it comes to investing in consumer debt, headlines may be misleading. We see opportunity.
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White papersAI Ethics and Regulation: How Investors Can Navigate the Maze
From potentially brand-damaging ethical risks to regulatory uncertainty, AI poses challenges for investors. But there is a path forward.
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White papersThe lost art of credit analysis in buy and maintain management
As we move into the later stages of the credit cycle, effective risk management within core fixed income portfolios is an increasingly pertinent issue for insurance companies. With corporate balance sheets under increasing pressure, traditional buy and maintain credit management strategies are being tested for the first time, placing increased focus on the benefits of a more active approach to long-term credit allocations.
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White papersCollectors vs. Selectors: How (& Why) Direct Lending Business Models Are Diverging
Direct lending deals are getting bigger—but arguably, the most compelling relative value (still) lies in the traditional or “true” middle market.
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White papersEM Local Debt: Is the EM-U.S. Disconnect an Overlooked Opportunity?
Emerging markets have become increasingly out of sync with the U.S. in terms of inflation and economic growth. Markets are ignoring the disconnect, which could spell an opportunity for investors.
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WebinarInfrastructure Debt in 2024: watch the webinar
Where does the sweet spot for infrastructure debt in 2024 lie? Watch the webinar to find out
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White papersHow are UK asset owners repositioning fixed income portfolios?
We surveyed 100 fixed income asset allocation decision makers at public and private pension schemes, OCIOs, insurers, endowments and foundations between February and March 2024. We captured their thoughts on a range of topics including the fixed income market environment, intentions and attitudes to credit markets and to emerging market debt, plus thoughts on active management.
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White papersFixed Income Horizons Survey 2024
The Capital Group 2024 Fixed Income Horizons Survey captures the views of 100 UK asset owners, including pension funds, OCIO providers, insurers, endowments and foundations. The quantitative survey was conducted by CoreData Group during February and March 2024. This report also includes insights from a series of in-depth qualitative interviews with senior investment leaders at UK asset owners. The questions were focused on respondents’ asset allocation views and attitudes to different areas of fixed income markets.
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White papersDeconstructing Opportunities in IG Credit
Amid narrow spreads, a focus on sector and credit research and a willingness to take tactical positions could help to capitalize on potential dislocations across the U.S. investment grade credit universe.
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White papers360°, Q2 2024: Can strong technicals lead to stronger fundamentals?
2024 has, so far, been broadly defined by idiosyncratic events, volatility and dispersion. For that reason, in our latest 360° report, our credit team emphasise the importance of credit selection from here.
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White papersEmerging Market Green Bonds - Report 2023
Sustainable finance, the capital market used by borrowers to fund projects and initiatives with sound environmental and social credentials, is booming in developing economies.
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White papersBiden vs Trump: Which Sectors Could Benefit?
With their opposing views, it could be either ‘more of the same’ or a sea change at the sector level, whereas we’d expect the central bank impact to be less radical.
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White papersFixed income: What’s the issue with the new issue premium?
Amid surging demand for investment grade (IG) corporate bonds, the new issue premium typically offered by companies turned negative in the first quarter of 2024. This comes as investors seek to lock in higher yields before potential central bank interest rate cuts and demonstrates the weight of capital seeking to enter the market.
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BlogThe Case for Rebalancing into Bonds, in Pictures
In the current market environment, we see a compelling case for rebalancing into bonds vs. both stock and cash.
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White papersUS consumer price pressures are subsiding
“Declining US inflation is positive for US bonds, and investors should also keep a global approach to potentially benefit from attractive yields elsewhere, including in emerging markets.”
