In Credit Weekly Snapshot – Look to the future now, it’s only just begun

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After an eventful 2025, what might be in store for 2026? Elsewhere, despite a few hurdles throughout the year, core investment grade markets are ending the year tighter than they started.

Unlocking innovation in emerging markets debt

A new generation of state-contingent debt instruments is reshaping the emerging markets (EM) landscape, creating value for investors and providing creative solutions for sovereigns.

In Credit Weekly Snapshot – Big in Japan

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Bond yields ratcheted higher globally last week, with a key trigger being shifting interest rate expectations in Japan. Will there be moves to repatriate overseas bond holdings to take advantage of these higher domestic rates? Read on for a breakdown of fixed income news across sectors and regions.

In Credit Weekly Snapshot – Tired of waiting for you

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The European Central Bank is contending with increased fiscal spending and a massive shift in the Dutch pension system, leaving markets seeking clarity. Read on for a breakdown of fixed income news across sectors and regions.

In Credit Weekly Snapshot – Tiptoe through the tulips

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Is 21st century crypto akin to 17th century Holland? Are we seeing the madness of digital crowds? The Bitcoin price could suggest so. Elsewhere, government bond yields are tracking down in anticipation of further monetary policy easing. Read on for a breakdown of fixed income news across sectors and regions.

In Credit Weekly Snapshot – Top of the world

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From the relationship between democracy scores and flagpole height, to government bond yields and budget machinations, it was a busy week in fixed income. Read on for a roundup of news across sectors and regions.

In Credit Weekly Snapshot – Let’s go ‘round again

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Are we approaching the end of a rate cutting cycle? There does appear to be a dampening of several key themes, reflected in the dollar finally plateauing a little after a tumultuous 12 months. Read our weekly snapshot of global fixed income markets.

In Credit Weekly Snapshot – A solid bond in your heart

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With the UK budget looming, gilts rallied through October – helped somewhat by an interest rate cut. There were also rate moves elsewhere, with the US and Canada cutting, while Japan and the ECB kept things on hold. Read our weekly snapshot of global fixed income markets.

In Credit Weekly Snapshot – Crude intentions

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US sanctions against two Russian oil giants saw prices spike, as well as putting upward pressure on bond yields. Elsewhere there is optimism that presidents Trump and Xi will find sufficient common ground for a US/China trade deal. Read our weekly snapshot of global fixed income markets.

In Credit Weekly Snapshot – Up, up and away

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Government debt continues to dominate discourse, with the IMF predicting that globally it will soon exceed 100% of global GDP. Elsewhere we saw regional bank problems in the US and more trouble for France. Read on for a breakdown of fixed income news across sectors and regions.