Explore the intricacies of credit spreads, their calculation, and their role in compensating investors for credit risk in bond markets. Learn through examples and real-world applications.
Explore the key factors influencing credit spreads, including economic conditions, market liquidity, investor sentiment, and industry-specific issues. Understand how these elements impact bond pricing and investment strategies.
Explore the historical trends in credit spreads and their significance in predicting economic outlooks, with a focus on financial crises such as the 2008 crisis.