Gilt-edged opportunities

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UK government bonds are cheaper than US treasuries despite a slightly higher US base rate. What does this mean for investors?

The Asian Monetary Fund: Just talk or potential reality?

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In the current geopolitical environment, an AMF could give Asian countries a stronger voice in decision-making processes.

European high yield: impact from rising rates is so far relatively muted

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Credit metrics should remain healthy through 2024, even as revenues and earnings growth are likely to slow as the macro backdrop starts to bite.

Pulling the plug on privatised water?

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The resignation of Thames Water’s chief executive triggered speculation about nationalisation of the company. We explain why we don’t think that’s likely.

European Utilities: as good as it gets…

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Explaining why we’ve improved the European Utilities sector fundamental score from Neutral to Positive.

A unique lens on banks and net zero

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How are financial institutions embracing the energy transition and managing climate change risks, and what are the opportunities presented by the decarbonisation process?

Through the windshield: rate hikes and borrowing costs for investment grade companies

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The impact of rate hikes and borrowing costs on investment grade companies

Crédit IG européen : Focus sur l’immobilier résidentiel et les centres de données

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Naviguer sur le marché du crédit immobilier européen. Focus sur l’immobilier résidentiel et les centres de données.

Andrew Dewar

Andrew Dewar

Andrew Dewar is a portfolio manager in the Investment Grade Credit team at Columbia Threadneedle Investments.

A boost for Boeing – what does it mean for bondholders?

A Boost for Boeing

A bumper order for 737-Max airplanes bodes well for Boeing and the commercial aviation sector. We assess what it means for bondholders