Weak U.S. jobs data trigger bond rally
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In early March 2004 yields on bonds in the U.S. dropped, the prices of bonds increased and the rise in the payrolls was lesser than expected. U.S. chief economist at Citigroup, Robert V. DiClemente, mentioned that the yields in the bonds may be more volatile, the overall growth is brisk and labor inputs are on the rise.
Publication Name: Global Finance
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0896-4181
Year: 2004
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High-yield issuance may keep growing
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High-yield issuance is likely to remain strong and even increase further in 2004 despite the US corporate bond market participants expecting a decline in the overall issuance. A healthier economy would enable companies to issue bonds in the high-yield market as their credit outlook improves.
Publication Name: Global Finance
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0896-4181
Year: 2004
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High-yield funds attracting investors
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Virtually unaffected by the Iraq war, the high-yield bond market is still soaring with a 5.4% return in the first quarter of 2003, as the low interest rates keep drawing in more investors.
Publication Name: Global Finance
Subject: Business
ISSN: 0896-4181
Year: 2003
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