Unpacking Bond Portfolio Risk with Consensus Credit Data

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As credit markets become more challenging and volatile amid Fed tightening and expanding credit spreads, consensus data provides a stable reference point for assessing underlying portfolio credit risk. This report analyses a universe of bonds tracked by the iBoxx High Yield Index.

US Leads Oil & Gas Credit Recovery

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The energy sector had a difficult pandemic and Government attempts to pursue net zero carbon policies added further challenges. But with the UK oil giants announcing record profits, it is clear that their setbacks were short-lived. This report examines regional credit trends and recovery patterns for US, UK, EU and Asian Oil & Gas companies

Consensus Credit Risk Helps to Navigate “Risk Off” Markets

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January 2022 has been a difficult month for investors and looming Fed rate hikes mean more “Risk Off” days ahead. The hunt for yield continues, and with equity dividends at a high, consensus credit data can identify which industries are also underpinned by safe credit.

Another COVID Year: Credit Trends in 2021

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2021 was another year dominated by COVID, but will hopefully mark the beginning of the end for the pandemic.  This report shows the key credit trends that emerged in 2021 and examines which geographies, industries and sectors proved resilient to the widespread deterioration brought about by COVID in 2020 – and which have a more difficult road ahead.

Containers and Packaging: Environment Concerns Drive Credit Improvements

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The Containers and Packaging Sector has boomed during the pandemic, but increasing legislation around plastic packaging will require investment from producers. This analysis looks at pre- and post-COVID credit trends for the Europe & US sectors, plus single company credit risk examples for a number of leading producers.

Uranium: Kazakhstan Effect May Be Transitory, EU Policy May Be Critical

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The Russian intervention in Kazakhstan highlights the global importance of uranium supplies for military and power generation purposes, and with a number of countries considering expansion of nuclear energy programs, major uranium producers stand to benefit. This analysis details the credit quality trends for global firms involved in uranium production.

ESG and Credit in Oil & Gas and Industrials

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ESG credentials are more important than ever, and are instrumental in driving key business and investment decisions. For listed firms, it can determine their suitability as an investment and ultimately their funding costs. This paper looks at the link between ESG profiles and credit risk for Oil & Gas and Industrial firms, suggesting that for companies seeking credit, it pays to be green.

Global Insurance in an Era of Heightened Risk

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After two tumultuous years, the global insurance market has proven its resilience, but challenges of the “new normal” are increasing. A new whitepaper examines the state of global insurance in an era of heightened risk, focusing on regional and sector trends alongside single company examples.

Supply Chain Crisis: Chip Shortages Drive Semiconductor Credit Boost

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Global semiconductor sales are growing at 30% YoY and with recent disruptions to production and trade flows, electronic companies have had to accept significant price hikes to maintain supplies. Semiconductor firms are enjoying strong credit quality as a result – this report examines industry trends and single firm case studies.

Home Construction: US Credit Outpaces UK Despite Supply Shortages

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The post-pandemic “race for space” is driving strong demand for housing globally, and shortages of construction materials and, in the UK post-Brexit a lack of skilled workers, have seen new house prices boom. This report compares credit trends for US and UK home construction firms with company-specific examples in each region.

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