The US-based alternatives credit firm says the US securitised leveraged loan market is fundamentally healthy, but some investors are still shunning the segment.
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The firm’s global CIO for fixed income says the firm won’t be a foreseller of US Treasuries and its portfolio rebalancing is miniscule. But BoA Merrill warns of a potential tipping point.
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S&P’s move to lower the US’s long-term credit rating is seen simply as a reflection of reality. While further market volatility is forecast this week, some see opportunity in dislocation.
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Bond fund managers in the US debate which sectors of the market will be affected if the country suffers a credit downgrade – and which could prosper.
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