EPISODE · Mar 13, 2026 · 37 MIN
Record IG issuance, war-driven rate volatility & where to invest now
On the second episode of "Credit Matters", Shankar and Bruce discuss record-breaking US investment grade issuance and a rebound in high yield, including a triple-C tap, despite growing strains and broader volatility. Guest Winnie Cisar of CreditSights says issuance is “bananas” even as borrowing costs rise, driven by strong fundamentals and investor demand for attractive all-in yields (IG above 5%, HY above 7%) despite tight spreads. She highlights sector-specific cracks (media, chemicals), private credit risks and floating-rate pressure, and notes default rates remain relatively low (HY ~2.4%, loans near 5%).Get in touch: For more information about how IGM's solutions can support your business, visit our website or contact us: https://informaconnect.com/igm/Follow us: Keep up to date with all the latest from IGM by following us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/informa-global-markets
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