The US BB section of high-yield bonds enjoys steady recovery as tensions between the US and China mounts. There is still optimism that moderate credit risk in the US market would persist. Yes, we know that the Fed and the US Treasury are resolved to get it to a stable state if there is a Read More…
Analysis
Coronavirus and the Reversal of Globalization
The globalization was undeniably going through a gradual process of reversal long before the pandemic. The optimistic perception and view of the open trade market system were starting to crack. However, the economic disruption is raising the question of whether or not financial markets need globalization. The significant drop in the exports from all across Read More…
The US-China Conflict Pushes Down the CNY and the AUD
Chinese Yuan continues to weaken as tensions between the US and China continue to rise over the Coronavirus crisis. The Chinese Yuan falls to its greatest low on Thursday since the Coronavirus pandemic began in September 2019. The fall in the value of CNY is potentially going to continue due to the US-China uncertain relations. Read More…
Coronavirus and the Right Bond Picks
As the COVID-19 pandemic puts the economic balance of every country in jeopardy, the scrutiny of bonds has begun. However, the Fed assures American investors that it is in favor of the corporate bond market. Federal Reserve is open about purchasing key exchange-traded funds and investment-oriented assets that are on hold. It is the decision Read More…
Business Disruption Caused by the Outbreak of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic that is traversing the entire globe has heightened internet growth, and we now find ourselves propelled in the future sooner than expected. This is well evidenced with most businesses in March 2020 finding themselves catapulted to 2025 within one month. The occurrence of this unforeseen phenomenon has spelled doom for most businesses. Read More…
The Risky Gap Between Real Economy and Markets
The history of the stock market is filled with lots of drama. This includes the market crash in 1929, the fall in share price by 20% in one day on Black Monday in 1987 as well as 1999’s dotcom craze. Therefore, after these occurrences, then nothing should be much of a surprise, right? Well, that Read More…