Traditional fixed income benchmarks use market-cap weighting, which effectively rewards companies with the most debt regardless of credit quality, increasing default risk for investors. Unlike equities, where size reflects value, bond investors prioritize capital preservation and avoiding defaults. Firms like TMX VettaFi are innovating by creating equal-weight and smart beta bond indices that focus on fundamental credit quality rather than sheer debt volume. This shift aims to reduce risk exposure and better align fixed income indices with investor needs in a high-interest-rate environment.
The global reactive hot melt adhesives market is projected to grow from $2.02 billion in 2025 to $4.29 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 7.72%. Growth is driven by regulations limiting solvent-based adhesives, increased use of polyurethane adhesives in a...
The global automotive microcontrollers market is projected to grow from USD 15.49 billion in 2025 to USD 34.31 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 8.28%. Growth is fueled by increasing adoption of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), vehicle electrif...
CHARBONE Corporation has increased its helium delivery fleet from one to five units to meet rising demand caused by global helium supply disruptions, notably from Qatar. This expansion supports North American customers in sectors like semiconductors ...
Citi has started coverage of Hikma Pharmaceuticals with a 'buy' rating and a £17 price target, highlighting the company's strategic shift towards differentiated products and US manufacturing investments. The broker sees a 14% potential share price re...
Xenon Pharmaceuticals is evolving into a late-stage, cash-rich neuroscience company with a validated Kv7 potassium channel platform. Its lead drug candidate, azetukalner, has shown strong effectiveness in treating refractory focal onset seizures and ...
