Issues

◆ Alternative asset manager attracts its largest book since at least 2020 ◆ Part of this demand stems from higher spread to peers ◆ This was the result of IR work, says lead manager

◆ Defensive short dated deal is first senior bank euro offering in more than a week ◆ Issuers balances size and price ◆ Pays single digit new issue premium

◆ Deal went ahead despite tariffs-related volatility ◆ Assessing fair value was key ◆ Supra now nearly 56%-funded

◆ Fresenius, Danone and Proximus benchmarks shake off tariff turmoil ◆ Range of new issue concessions needed ◆ High orderbook attrition for those pushing hard on spread

◆ Dutch bank scoops €1.5bn with three year deal ◆ Demand allows for tight pricing ◆ Next to no premium needed

Transparency is an issue for the central Asian state, said one sovereign investor

Bank facility joins bonds in euros and Swiss francs

Banker with wide experience will join in October

AfDB's hybrid is main comparable for pricing CAF's benchmark dollar debut but roadshow feedback also holds key

Deals off as shares fall ahead of tariff announcements

◆ Deal demand shows covered bonds ability to withstand volatility ◆ No concession needed ◆ French deal lands through OATs

As bank chiefs push for a full-time return to the office, it raises the question of whether this is about productivity, or is it a retreat to the old habit of equating presence with performance?