Strong demand for bonds hides poor liquidity in secondary market

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Strong demand for bonds hides poor liquidity in secondary market

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Recent issuers of corporate bonds have built bulging order books and tightened spreads thanks to strong demand for new deals, but the vibrancy has not filtered down to the secondary market. Some market participants are concerned about the lack of liquidity in the asset class.

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