Mid-Year Outlook: What’s ahead for bonds?

Interest rates increased rapidly to combat inflation in North America in the first half of 2023. However, the U.S. Federal Reserve Board and the Bank of Canada may be nearing the end of their robust monetary tightening cycles. Could this help promote market sentiment and stability? On this episode of Market Points, you’ll hear from Patrick Dabiet, Managing Director and Head, Canadian Debt Syndication, and Fadi Attia, Managing Director and Head, U.S. Debt Syndication, as they discuss corporate bond issuance patterns in the Canadian and U.S. markets in the first half of 2023, and look ahead to highlight key areas for borrowers and investors to consider during the rest of the year.