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17 Dec 2024

Demand surge propels data center financing boom

Despite macroeconomic uncertainty, data center financing has shown little signs of slowing down, as strong demand for data capacity gives lenders and investors the confidence to continue deploying capital into new projects

11 Dec 2024

Sukuk markets keep close eye on standards review

The sukuk market is keeping a close watch on a proposed set of Sharia guidelines that could significantly change how sukuk instruments are structured and distributed

06 Dec 2024

US borrowers capitalize on repricing window

Repricing issuance in US leveraged loan markets has surged in 2024, presenting borrowers with the opportunity to lower their financing costs

02 Dec 2024

Refinancing rally lifts loan issuance as interest rates recede

Leveraged loan issuance in the US and Europe showed strong year-on-year gains over the first nine months of 2024 as lower interest rates inspired a wave of refinancing

26 Nov 2024

Robust refinancing activity bolsters high yield rebound

High yield bond issuance in the US and Europe has made strong gains as issuers return to the market to refinance at more attractive rates

08 Nov 2024

European leveraged finance report: Revisiting the crystal ball

White & Case’s European leveraged finance team evaluates the predictions they made at the beginning of 2024 for leveraged loan and high yield bond activity

11 Oct 2024

Indonesian lending activity poised for rebound

Macroeconomic uncertainty has impacted Indonesian debt markets in recent years. But, after a period of disruption, prospects for domestic and offshore debt issuances are brightening

10 Oct 2024

China’s real estate sector shows the beginning signs of recovery

After a challenging three years for China’s real estate sector, a government stimulus package and improving macroeconomic conditions have raised hopes that the industry has turned a corner

01 Oct 2024

Spain’s renewable energy industry readies for refinancing

Spain’s renewable energy assets are producing more power than ever. However, as energy prices flatten out, refinancing renewable energy infrastructure could prove to be tricky

05 Sep 2024

NPL players rethink strategy in a changing market

Elevated interest rates have led to an increase in European NPL volumes, but levels remain far below the peaks during the financial crisis period. NPL investors and servicers are rethinking their business models to adjust to a smaller market

03 Sep 2024

Sanctions move up the agenda for lenders and borrowers

Compliance with sanctions regimes has been a priority for debt markets. Amid rising geopolitical tensions, the stakes for lenders and borrowers are higher than ever

29 Aug 2024

High yield issuance climbs, but markets still seek direction

High yield activity in the US, Europe and APAC revives after a tricky period, but markets remain uncertain moving into the final months of 2024