Issues

Pipeline still bottled up but deals could flow once first issuers shake themselves out

Big name needed to shock pipeline back to life, according to bankers

Consultation first step towards legislation

Improving sentiment lures retail giant but issuer opts for short end

A wide spectrum of borrowers eyeing primary market after weeks of pause

As tariff storm eases, buyers grow more willing to move down the credit curve

In recent weeks, private credit and direct lenders have brought more certainty to borrowers as capital markets were roiled by tariff chaos

German and Greek listings set to be first since US tariffs announced

◆ Nordea and CM Arkéa resume European senior funding absent since 'Liberation Day' ◆ Nordea likely to serve as floor for spreads in current market ◆ Arkéa goes slightly longer in its first deal of the year

◆ Undersupplied insurance sector lures buyers ◆ Bankers debate best comparables ◆ AT1 market reopens (sort of)

‘A strong focus on a fast execution process’ aimed to minimise uncertainty and volatility, says sovereign’s funding head

◆ New investors take part in 1.5 day sale ◆ Deal lands flat to peers ◆ Picking the right window 'difficult'