Despite higher financing costs, less than accommodative monetary policies, and an unpredictable economic outlook, the credit market has held steadfast in 2023 in the face of unfavorable market headwinds. Bond issuance is on pace to increase throughout 2024; tightening spreads and a flattening yield curve, all indicate more favorable conditions ahead. Can credit investors finally catch their breath since the successive rate hikes? In anticipation of potential rate cuts, what is in store for the credit market? As a result, how might this impact other asset classes across ECM, M&A, and structured finance? 

Moderator

Will Caiger-Smith

Vice President, Content, 9fin

Speakers

Ashley Baum

Managing Director, Head of Special Opportunities, Texas Teachers

Michael Buchanan

Co-Chief Investment Officer, Western Asset

Lee Kruter

Partner and Head of Performing Credit, GoldenTree Asset Management LP

Michael Patterson

Governing Partner, HPS Investment Partners