Bank for International Settlements concerned low grade credit makes up 45% of issuance in Europe.

Bank for International Settlements concerned low grade credit makes up 45% of issuance in Europe.
Fund to target a set return over a fixed period of time
BBB debt issuance has surged but as growth slows a flood of downgrades may have a knock-on effect on wider debt markets
We compare two high yield heavyweights: Axa’s Global High Yield Bond Fund and Pimco’s Global High Yield Bond Fund
Fund targets 7-8% annual return from triple-B rated corporate bond market
Firm predicts the asset class to return 5% to 7% for this year
Investment grade corporate dominates sustainable bonds, but range of asset classes will grow, says consultancy
With the US Federal Reserve expected to keep raising rates, where is the opportunity in fixed income?
A dependence on bond issuance for funding will increase a company’s risk profile, according to BNP Paribas
ESG criteria in fixed income funds should focus on company’s financial strength, rather than market sentiment
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