Credit Markets Show Unwavering Strength Amid Rising US Inflation Concerns

Despite unexpectedly high U.S. inflation rates challenging the outlook for imminent Federal Reserve rate cuts, the credit markets remain robust, buoyed by a substantial influx of investment. This surge of capital into the credit market has effectively cushioned investors against potential downturns, including the diminishing likelihood of central bank rate reductions this year. On Tuesday, despite the inflation surprise, risk premiums on both high-grade and junk bonds dropped, and a key measure of default insurance barely ticked higher than the previous day’s levels. This resilience is largely attributed to the continuous flow of funds into credit investments, leaving managers with ample cash to deploy.