Will Be Adding Saudi Exposure to Portfolio, Rasmala's Bitcon Says

The transcript discusses the current state of Saudi bonds and oil prices, highlighting the inclusion of GCC government bonds in MBR indices. It covers investment strategies, focusing on short-duration and perpetuals due to higher oil prices. The market flow analysis reveals limited international flow, with local and real money accounts stepping in. Future bond issuances in the Gulf region are considered, with emphasis on developing local bond curves to reduce reliance on international markets.

What is one reason for the attractiveness of perpetuals in the current market?

• Higher oil prices

• Lower oil prices

• Increased international flow

• Decreased local flow

What has been observed about the flow of money in the bond market recently?

• There has been a consistent flow throughout the day.

• International clients have shown no interest.

• There has been a significant increase in flow at lower prices.

• The flow has been primarily local rather than international.

Why is developing a local bond curve important for Gulf countries?

• It makes them more dependent on international markets.

• It reduces susceptibility to international market fluctuations.

• It increases the need for more bond issuances.

• It decreases the importance of oil prices.

Which Gulf country is likely to continue tapping the bond market despite not being a regular issuer?

• Saudi Arabia

• Kuwait

• Bahrain

• Abu Dhabi

What is the current stance of Saudi Arabia regarding bond issuance?

• They are reducing their bond exposure.

• They are actively issuing new bonds.

• They are increasing their bond issuance.

• They are standing back from issuing new bonds.