Junk Bond Sales Accelerate on Low Yields

The video discusses the recent trends in the US high yield bond market, highlighting a significant drop in yields to their lowest levels in over a year. It examines the Bloomberg Barclays index and notes the return of junk-rated issuers to the market. The video also details current bond offerings, including those from Melco Resorts and Gogo Natural Resources Partners, totaling around $2 billion. It compares current issuance levels to previous years, noting they are below the highs of 2015-2017. The video concludes by questioning whether the current market acceleration will continue or if it is a temporary boom following a rally.

What recent event is highlighted in the Bloomberg Barclays index regarding US high yield bonds?

• A rise in yields to the highest levels in a year

• A plunge in yields to the lowest levels in more than a year

• A slight increase in yields over the past month

• A steady yield with no significant changes

Which companies are mentioned as issuing junk bonds in the current market?

• Google and Facebook

• Tesla and Amazon

• Melco Resorts and Gogo Natural Resources Partners

• Apple and Microsoft

Approximately how much in junk bonds is set to price today according to the transcript?

• $500 million

• $2 billion

• $1 billion

• $3 billion

How does the current US high yield bond issuance compare to previous years?

• It is at an all-time high

• It matches the highs of 2016 and 2017

• It is slightly ahead of last year but below the highs of 2015-2017

• It is significantly lower than last year

What is the key question regarding the future of US high yield bond markets?

• Is there a risk of a market crash?

• Will new companies enter the market?

• Is this a temporary boom or a sustained acceleration?

• Will the yields continue to rise?