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Emerging Markets Face Slow Bond Sales Amid Economic Fears

1/22/2025

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Investment-grade borrowers like Saudi Arabia, Mexico, and Slovenia lead bond issuance, with Lithuania expected to join.
Benin successfully raised $500 million despite its lower credit rating.
Junk-rated issuers recorded $6 billion in sales, a 7% decline from 2024, marking the slowest start since 2020.
Market concerns arise over potential US economic policies under President Trump, which may increase borrowing costs for emerging markets.

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Story summary

Investment-grade borrowers like Saudi Arabia, Mexico, and Slovenia lead bond issuance, with Lithuania expected to join.
Benin successfully raised $500 million despite its lower credit rating.
Junk-rated issuers recorded $6 billion in sales, a 7% decline from 2024, marking the slowest start since 2020.
Market concerns arise over potential US economic policies under President Trump, which may increase borrowing costs for emerging markets.