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Traders say the performance of put options this year calls into question their value
Financial stability report says banks are well capitalised against shocks from a downturn
Prominent asset manager says ‘hyperinflation’ could spark one of the worst crises since the second world war
Post-crisis approach to risk management limits preparations to the plausible
Even CDS indices indicate little serious stress
. . . in a rising market
The equity sell-off has been weirdly tranquil.
Debt sold by state and local governments has avoided worst of fixed-income sell-off
Saba Capital’s Boaz Weinstein says he is ‘very pessimistic’ about the investing climate
Many asset managers have been caught off guard by the unpredictability of continuing global market ructions — some are battening down the hatches, while others sense opportunity. Plus: China fails to stem bond outflows as property woes persist
Almost $140bn has poured into money market funds as traders sit on the sidelines
Yields need to rise to dampen price pressures in the economy
Action needed to mitigate similar risks in other parts of financial sector, says committee
From government bonds to private capital, investors should brace for more surprises
Big swings across asset markets are raising the risk of a financial accident
‘Flash crash’ in gilts is latest episode of over-reliance on risk metrics begetting greater swings in price
UK chancellor’s volte-face will not restore the country’s fiscal credibility
Heavy sell-off in gilts described as a case of ‘the tail definitely wagging the dog this week’
Turmoil will translate into real pain for many businesses, homeowners and anyone on a tight budget
Key measure of turbulence in Treasuries reaches highest level since 2020 coronavirus crisis
Chancellor tells top bankers he is ‘confident’ his strategy will work and remains committed to bringing down debt
Computer-driven traders have also gained from strong selling in UK currency
A surge in put options reflects fears of more asset price falls as central banks take action against inflation
In times of stress, discounts of 40 to 60 per cent are not uncommon
Dollar boosted by tighter policy and status as ‘safe haven’ after Russian troop mobilisation
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