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It’s hard not to feel sympathy for Italian president Sergio Mattarella, who felt obliged to reject the Five Star Movement and Northern League nominee for financial minister to assuage investor concerns, but the decision will likely strengthen Italy’s radical political forces. -
Turkey’s Central Bank is fighting a losing battle, after its latest bid to protect its currency failed to prompt the support from investors that it hoped for. The move brought the CBRT closer into line with international standards, but could soon be irrelevant after elections on June 24.
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The violent moves in Italy’s curve since its president blocked the formation of a populist government may well be a sign of things to come, as government bond markets adjust to the post-crisis world of dwindling bank balance sheet support — and no central bank help.
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Foxconn Industrial Internet’s move to place its chunky A-share IPO in China with a group of strategic investors — closely resembling Hong Kong’s cornerstones — needs to be lauded, not criticised.
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IHS Markit’s purchase of Ipreo marks a major step forward in getting the primary bond markets to finally agree on a Street-wide technology standard. But it’s still not the standard the market deserves.
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An unorthodox government is now in charge in Italy, but this should not prevent investors from backing Italian corporates as they prep initial public offerings.
