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Interest in South-east Asian bonds grows as China risks weigh on investors

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Yong Jun Yuan

Yong Jun Yuan

Published Tue, Apr 25, 2023 · 05:50 AM
    • Bonds from sovereign and quasi-sovereign names, such as Indofood and Pertamina, have experienced greater investor interest.
    • Bonds from sovereign and quasi-sovereign names, such as Indofood and Pertamina, have experienced greater investor interest. PHOTO: REUTERS

    THERE has been increased interest in South-east Asian bonds amid geopolitical risks around China and a growth in domestic demand, market watchers say.

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    M&G Investments Asia-Pacific head of fixed income Low Guan Yi said that in recent years, domestic interest in South-east Asian government and corporate bonds has grown relative to global interest.

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