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Getting selective
The fortunes of the covered bond market varied wildly from country to country during the subprime crisis, leaving investors facing tougher choices on where to put their money, says Michael Marray.
Splitting headache
Following market swings during the crisis, traditional covered bond issuers have called for the market to be split in two to recognise that these bonds have performed better. Michael Marray looks at the problem.
Feeding the flame
Richard Kemmish: more small deals will come
Although covered bond issuance is booming in the UK, legislation to bring the country in line with the EU is in the pipeline. Michael Marray reports on the advantages this will bring for the market.
The universe is expanding
As more jurisdictions join the covered bond market, investors are taking the opportunity to diversify their portfolios. Michael Marray looks at which countries are making waves.
On the bandwagon
Armin Peter: liquidity is important to investors
Covered bond issuance out of the US will not only widen the global market, but also deepen the investor base for the European issuers, writes Michael Marray.
