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The Credit Edge by Bloomberg Intelligence

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Credit Markets
Private Credit
Inflation
Interest Rates
Commercial Real Estate
US Economy
Clos
High Yield Bonds
Private Equity
Europe
Federal Reserve
Geopolitical Risks
High-Yield Bonds
Artificial Intelligence
Tariffs
Corporate Credit
Consumer Spending
Private Debt
Credit Spreads
Banking Sector

The Credit Edge reviews the top credit news of the week and looks at the week ahead, with in-depth research of the most important corporate sectors, trends and themes. Analysis of specific corporate bonds and credit default swaps is backed by Bloomberg Intelligence's robust data sets and indexes.

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Latest Episodes

Private credit disarray spells opportunity for housing giant Pretium, which targets high returns by lending to US homebuilders. “Our private credit looks a little bit different than other private credit in the sense that we are secured, we have real ... more

Private lenders are going back to basics as debt trouble spreads, market participants tell Bloomberg News’ James Crombie in this special episode of the Credit Edge podcast. “Boring is beautiful, boring is better right now,” says Christina Lee, managi... more

Robust demand from pensions and insurance companies will support corporate debt through macroeconomic headwinds and record supply, according to Goldman Sachs. “Spreads are tight to the prewar levels when the facts on the ground have unquestionably be... more

Bad software loans will cause credit-market trouble that recalls aspects of the global financial crisis, according to American Century Investments. “We call it max uncertainty with max complacency,” says Paul Norris, referring to tight credit spreads... more

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Recent Guests

Christina Lee
Managing Director and Co-Portfolio Manager with Oaktree's Global Private Debt Strategy
Oaktree
Episode: Oaktree Says Boring is Beautiful In Dicey Private Credit Market
Anish Shah
Global Head of Debt Capital Markets, Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley
Episode: Oaktree Says Boring is Beautiful In Dicey Private Credit Market
Lotfi Karoui
Multi-Asset Credit Strategist, Pimco
PIMCO
Episode: Oaktree Says Boring is Beautiful In Dicey Private Credit Market
Na Wei
Global Head of the Leveraged Finance Team, Barclays
Barclays
Episode: Oaktree Says Boring is Beautiful In Dicey Private Credit Market
Sheel Patel
Head of the New York Private Credit Practice, Mayer Brown
Mayer Brown
Episode: Oaktree Says Boring is Beautiful In Dicey Private Credit Market
Scott Goodwin
Managing Partner, Diameter Capital Partners
Diameter Capital Partners
Episode: Oaktree Says Boring is Beautiful In Dicey Private Credit Market
Amanda Lynam
Chief Credit Strategist at Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs
Episode: Goldman Sachs Sees ‘Uncomfortable Tension’ in Credit Markets
Paul Norris
Senior Portfolio Manager at American Century Investments
American Century Investments
Episode: Veteran ABS Investor Sees ‘Max Uncertainty With Max Complacency’
Mike Goosay
Global Head of Fixed Income
Principal Asset Management
Episode: Principal Sees High-Grade Downgrade Risk as Issuance Ramps Up

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James Crombie
Host of The Credit Edge with Bloomberg Intelligence; senior Bloomberg editor/analyst in credit and markets.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 112 ratings
  • Quality insights for Quality guest

    The consistency of the insights provided by guests and Bloomberg team provide me with a balanced perspective of credit developments across globe. Keep doing a great job and thanks for being part of weekly routine!

    The insights on private credit markets are uniquely insightful!

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    Otherwise great 👍

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    United Statesa year ago
  • Bloomberg Nuggets

    Phenomenal segment focusing on a very specific set of topics related to the credit market.

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    THAAD07
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic Insights on Fixed Income Markets

    I signed up immediately. What a great combination of news and research hosted by independent thought leaders of Bloomberg.

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Content is focused and valuable for professionals; some episodes feel highly specialized but informative.
The insights are consistently high-quality and data-driven, with practical implications for credit strategies.
The mix of macro context and technical credit detail makes it a go-to for listeners in finance.
Shows strong expert guests and a clear focus on private credit and AI impacts.

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Goldman Sachs Sees ‘Uncomfortable Tension’ in Credit Markets
Q: What are your capital markets people telling you about the second half of the year in terms of issuance?
Issuance is expected to be seasonally slower, but M&A-driven supply and AI-related financing could keep a high, more persistent level of activity, potentially offsetting typical seasonality. CFOs and treasurers may press ahead when windows are amenable, especially if spreads stay tight but not dramatically tighter.
Principal Sees High-Grade Downgrade Risk as Issuance Ramps Up
Q: How do you view private credit in relation to public markets, and is there a risk that liquidity constraints could chill a broader market rally?
Private credit offers higher spreads but comes with liquidity and governance considerations; principal maintains a public-market focus while exploring private opportunities, balancing liquidity with potential incremental returns.
Principal Sees High-Grade Downgrade Risk as Issuance Ramps Up
Q: What is the main driver behind the current surge in investment-grade issuance, and does this risk crowding out higher-quality borrowers?
Issuance is robust, driven by favorable borrowing costs and demand from both domestic and international buyers; the concern is whether widespread debt accumulation could weigh on fundamentals if not matched by earnings growth, but selective high-quality issuers remain attractive.
Principal Sees High-Grade Downgrade Risk as Issuance Ramps Up
Q: Do you think the Fed is comfortable holding rates given inflation dynamics and political leadership changes?
The guest suggests the Fed may move toward neutral policy if the conflict resolves and labor markets stabilize, implying rate cuts could come later in the year, but policy will depend on the inflation trajectory and labor data.
Citi Warns of Private Debt Risk as ‘Tourists’ Are Forced to Sell
Q: What are your clients really worried about right now, given the global tensions and market conditions?
Clients are focused on geopolitical risk, potential energy shocks, and how those factors could affect liquidity and financing. They see strong fundamentals but remain vigilant about private credit, the AI disruption, and how war outcomes might influence issuance and pricing. They also discuss the resilience of banks versus non-banks and the continued growth of primary market activity.

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This program spotlights credit markets, with a focus on private credit, leveraged loans, structured credit, and the impact of macro shocks and AI on debt instruments. Episodes blend market color, strategy discussions, and risk management insights from leading practitioners, including asset managers, banks, and hedge funds. A standout trait is the heavy reliance on Bloomberg Intelligence data and industry insiders to illuminate opportunities and risks across corporate credit, private markets, and finance technology. Listeners likely include institutional investors and finance professionals seeking tactical portfolio ideas, sector context, and practical guidance for navigating a complex, rate-driven credit cycle.

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