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Since Repo rates spiked on 16th September, the US Federal Reserve has pumped upwards of $500 bn into the Repo market. However, any discussion about Repo seems a bit like looking at a twig in a river, a different perspective can be had depending on the angle you look from. Discussion since rates spiked onContinue reading “Perspectives on Repo Market”

In its introduction, this blog outlined the assertion that actions and consequences can transmit through hidden connections and potential fault lines in financial markets. To consider the validity of this assertion, this post is the first in a series to look at the Corporate Bond Market. The intention is to discuss each aspect of thisContinue reading “Zombie Companies”

It has been said of Quantitative Easing (QE) that every move by the Fed was priced into the markets, with reaction predicted and contained. Recent events might cast doubt on the predictability claim with financial markets mechanics maybe not functioning as well as some thought. This post will discuss contributory factors and consider how theContinue reading “Repo Market”