Alpha, an active approach and fundamental research – how we invest in credit

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Want to know what differentiates us from our competitors when it comes to investment grade?

EBITDA and the perils of tooth-fairy investing

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Company measures based on EBITDA are common in credit investing, even though it doesn’t project a full picture. So, what does Columbia Threadneedle do differently to get a more holistic view?

In Credit Weekly Snapshot – December 2024

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Our fixed income team provide their weekly snapshot of market events.

European banks: strong fundamentals and pockets of value

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It’s a sector which we’re positive on, for several reasons ranging from regulation and valuations to fundamentals.

In Credit Weekly Snapshot – November 2024

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Our fixed income team provide their weekly snapshot of market events.

2025 Fixed Income Outlook: A year of opportunity amid economic uncertainty?

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Soft landing supports bond performance – but will it last?

In Credit Weekly Snapshot – October 2024

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Our fixed income team provide their weekly snapshot of market events.

Economic nationalism will present a constant challenge for investors

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A decade ago there was little sight of the seismic changes that have since occurred; similarly, events that might be impossible to imagine today will undoubtedly jolt financial markets in coming years.

Media in search of its Jerry Maguire moment… ‘Show me the money!’

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Streaming services are still adding subscribers, albeit at a slowing rate, but now the focus is turning towards their ability to stem earnings losses.

No Autumn chills for Global Investment Grade Corporate fundamentals

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IG valuations remain tight, and the market remains focused on whether this is justified by fundamentals. Our bottom-up company analysis shows profitability remains strong and leverage modest.