Turnover in the Ghanaian bond market decreased by 17% to GH¢475 million, with shorter-end maturities (2027–2030) contributing 86% of market volumes and closing the week at a weighted average Yield-To-Maturity of 11.27%.
Chinese President Xi Jinping awarded Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić the Order of Friendship during his visit to Beijing, emphasizing the deepening cooperation between China and Serbia. This visit comes as Vučić faces political pressure at home and Western concerns about Serbia's growing alignment with China.
Bond yields across global markets, including the US and Canada, experienced a significant jump to multi-year highs this week. This surge was primarily fueled by growing inflation fears and rising oil prices, which also contributed to a sharp decline in stock values.
Unicredit provided support for Serbia's recent bond issuance, which experienced significant demand. This strong market interest led to a reduction in yields for the bonds.
An inquiry into the Bondi attack revealed that a Jewish organization had warned Australian police days before the incident about a heightened threat of an antisemitic attack. This revelation comes amidst a broader review of counterterrorism measures following the shooting.
Various Invesco, BlackRock Canada iShares, and Dynamic Active U.S. Discount Bond ETFs have announced their latest monthly distributions. The declarations include payouts for a range of fixed income and equity-linked funds.
Multiple companies, including Wisconsin Electric Power, IDACORP, and J. M. Smucker, have announced their latest dividend declarations. FVCBankcorp also reported a 16.7% increase in its quarterly dividend.
Norwegian bond funds are showing significant differences in returns, with some yielding around 5% and others over 10% in the past year. This divergence highlights the importance of careful selection for investors.
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The Indian rupee has hit a record low, extending its rough patch alongside Indian bonds, as Middle East tensions trigger fears of an energy shock and raise concerns over India's economic outlook.
Several companies, including TD Conservative ETF Portfolio, BioSyent, and Essex Property Trust, have announced their latest dividend declarations. These announcements specify the per-share amounts to be distributed to shareholders.
Canadian bonds have experienced a tumble, attributed to a blockade related to former President Trump and recent comments made by Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem.
Concerns over inflation have led to the largest outflows from Asian bond markets in four years. Investors are reacting to rising price pressures, prompting a shift in investment strategies across the region.
Foreign investors have bought a record 88.2% of Italy's 10-year BTP and 81.4% of its 20-year BTPei, indicating strong international confidence in Italian debt.
Colombian bonds and the peso experienced a decline in value following news that leftist candidate Cepeda has taken a dominant lead, signaling market reaction to political developments.
BCA Research has issued a warning to investors, advising them to exit Romanian government bonds and position for a depreciation of the leu. The firm highlights a significant deterioration in Romania's macroeconomic situation, making exchange rate stability increasingly difficult to maintain.
A summary of key business and investing news includes Alphabet's Canadian bond deal, Honda's suspension of an EV project in Ontario, and expectations of widespread travel disruptions this summer.
Foreign central banks have increased their holdings of Malaysian bonds to a record share, indicating growing international interest in the country's debt market.
The Hungarian bond market is seeing increased investor confidence, with many betting on the country's potential entry into the Eurozone, influenced by the plans of the newly elected Tisza party.
Norway's $2.2 trillion sovereign wealth fund is set to lift its ban on investments in Syrian bonds, marking a step towards Syria's re-entry into global finance.
US President Donald Trump has postponed his ultimatum to bomb Iran's electricity grid and announced a tactical pause on strikes, claiming to have begun talks with Tehran and that 'regime change' is underway. However, Iran has denied engaging in talks with the US and warned against targeting its vital infrastructure.
Ghana's bond market experienced a significant increase in turnover, rising by 43% to GH¢2.98 billion. The 2027–2030 segment accounted for a substantial portion of traded volumes.