Debt markets post record first quarter while U.S. leads equity-offering rebound
Highly-indebted countries could face a negative feedback loop
Rising defaults a symptom, not the cause, of macro stress, Moody's finds
Defaults expected to rise in early 2024 before easing in second half
U.S. banks are set to report brighter investment banking and trading revenue, a report says
Strength in secondary offerings overcomes weak IPO market
Tighter financing environment, declining economic growth to drive defaults
Amid growing financial strains, default volume has almost doubled
Rates staying higher will continue to drive credit outlook, Moody's says
High rates and slowing growth weighs on corporate balance sheets