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Chinese high yield property issuers have shown that they have investors in the palms of their hands, taking advantage of accounts’ hunger for yield to price deals at levels that would have been impossible a few months ago. But as more property companies face refinancing needs and investors spend their cash, borrowers will need to adapt to a tougher pricing environment. -
A spate of mortgage securities issuance has been welcomed with enthusiasm among RMBS investors lamenting the state of the sector post-crisis, but in order to keep investors’ trust, issuers need to stick to practices that are beyond reproach, especially as the possibility of regulatory easing looms large.
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The supply of high quality liquid assets (HQLA) needed for capital regulations is insufficient. This has created an imbalance which, at times, grows so critical it poses a systemic risk. Regulators and the European Central Bank must shoulder responsibility for fixing the problem soon.
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We’d hate to say that the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority is standing still on its quest to regulate the markets, but it seems to be doing just that with the cover art on its discussion and consultation papers.
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Capital markets have always been among the early adopters of new technology, but blockchain for bonds is further away than you might think. As always, humans will get in the way.
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Hong Kong's IPO market relies heavily on Chinese issuers for deal flow, and with them a force of cornerstone investors. A much needed shake-up to the cosy cornerstone base is expected, thanks to new regulations by China’s foreign exchange regulator. But for those who view the change as a possible solution, the rules are likely to prove disappointing.
