Huawei-SMIC in the limelight, but more friction ahead
Despite restrictions around access to advanced technology, Huawei’s new smartphone – powered by SMIC chips – sees it back at the fore of 5G enabled devices.
Are we on the brink of a stressed consumer?
For all the talk of a ‘soft landing’ or how buoyant and well-positioned the consumer is, we believe the recipe is there for a rapid broad deceleration of consumer spending.
Social norms: the growing bond market that is increasingly delivering impact
The growth in the breadth and depth of the social bond market is impressive, but there’s still more to come.
In Credit Weekly Snapshot – September 2023
Our fixed income team provide their weekly snapshot of market events.
Implications of Zambia’s Sovereign Debt Restructuring
A landmark deal for Zambia as agreement was reached on restructuring its $6.3bn debt. We explore what it means for other defaulters
Navigating China’s property sector: growth, turmoil and outlook
The future of China’s real estate market remains uncertain, depending on economic factors, policy interventions and market sentiment
Gilt-edged opportunities
UK government bonds are cheaper than US treasuries despite a slightly higher US base rate. What does this mean for investors?
In Credit Weekly Snapshot – August 2023
Our fixed income team provide their weekly snapshot of market events.
The Asian Monetary Fund: Just talk or potential reality?
In the current geopolitical environment, an AMF could give Asian countries a stronger voice in decision-making processes.
European high yield: impact from rising rates is so far relatively muted
Credit metrics should remain healthy through 2024, even as revenues and earnings growth are likely to slow as the macro backdrop starts to bite.