US High Yield Market Outlook 2023
- 09 January 2023 (5 min read)
The US high yield market underwent a tumultuous 2022 with multiple drivers. While the US HY market’s absolute return YTD is one of the worst annual returns on record, the asset class did exhibit outperformance relative to longer duration fixed income asset classes and equities. Read our US High Yield Market Outlook to learn more on the key focus areas we expect for 2023 and the different fundamental trends we are seeing at sector level.
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Due to its simplification, this document is partial and opinions, estimates and forecasts herein are subjective and subject to change without notice. There is no guarantee forecasts made will come to pass. Data, figures, declarations, analysis, predictions and other information in this document is provided based on our state of knowledge at the time of creation of this document. Whilst every care is taken, no representation or warranty (including liability towards third parties), express or implied, is made as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of the information contained herein. Reliance upon information in this material is at the sole discretion of the recipient. This material does not contain sufficient information to support an investment decision. The ICE BofA ML US High Yield Index is composed of high-yield corporate bonds and other distressed securities. Taxable and tax-exempt US municipal, DRD eligible and defaulted securities are excluded from the Index. Indices are rebalanced monthly by market capitalization. The BofA Merrill Lynch High Yield Index is an unmanaged index consisting of U.S. dollar denominated bonds that are rated BB1/BB+ or lower, but not currently in default. An index is unmanaged and is not available for direct investment.
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