The U.S. market for new issuances of convertible notes was very active in 2014, with approximately $51.4 billion of convertible debt issued in 140 transactions. In the first quarter of 2015, approximately $15.5 billion was...more
The U.S. high-yield market delivered the third strongest year by volume in 2014, with more than $310 billion of primary issuances, thanks in large part to the most active year in the M&A market since before the financial...more
As the end of the year approaches, reporting companies should be aware of the various SEC filing deadlines for 2015. Companies also should be mindful of the 2015 financial statement "staleness" dates (when financial...more
Investor enthusiasm for U.S. high-yield bonds continued in 2013. The market delivered the second-strongest year by volume, despite the summer’s increased interest rates and volatility resulting from speculation about the...more