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Israeli Corporate Bond Market Sees Record Issuance Amidst Falling Interest Rates
Israel's corporate bond market experienced record fundraising of NIS 177 billion in the Hebrew year 5786, driven by interest rate cuts and strong demand from institutional investors. Banks led the issuance, while the real estate sector saw a slowdown, and credit spreads reached a three-year low.
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- 01Corporate bond issuance hit a record NIS 177 billion in Hebrew year 5786.
- 02Interest rate cuts fueled investor demand and lower refinancing costs for companies.
- 03Banks were the largest issuers, raising nearly half of the total market volume.
- 04Real estate sector bond issuance declined, while infrastructure saw significant growth.
- 05Credit spreads narrowed to a three-year low, indicating reduced risk premiums.
- 06Junk bonds represent a small fraction of the market, down significantly from previous years.
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