In this episode, analyst Casper Andersen is joined by his colleagues Giles Edwards and Andrew South. They discuss recent positive rating actions on banks, the U.K. regulator’s view on covered bonds, and the effects of tariffs on the covered bond space. Related articles: Tariff Effects On European Structured Finance Are Limited UniCredit SpA Italian Mortgage Covered Bond Ratings Raised Following Sovereign Action; Outlook Stable Link Outlooks On Six Spanish Banks Revised To Positive On Stronger Profitability Various Rating Actions Taken On 15 Italian Banks On Sovereign Upgrade And More Resilient Industry Dynamics Various Rating Actions Taken On Four Portuguese Banks On Sovereign Upgrade And Easing Economic Risks
Watch VideoIn this episode, Joost Beaumont, Head of Bank Research at ABN AMRO, joins analysts Casper Andersen and Judit Papp to share insights on the Dutch covered bond market, following S&P Global Ratings’ recent publication on the topic. Also, our analyst Andrew O’Neill explains how recent digital Pfandbrief issuances have sparked discussions about integrating blockchain technology in covered bond issuances. Related articles: Dutch Covered Bond Market Insights 2025 Blockchain Meets Covered Bonds Stablecoin Stability Assessment
Watch VideoThe third episode of our “Covered Bonds Uncovered” podcast—your go-to source for in-depth analysis and key highlights from our covered bonds coverage. Stay informed with regular video updates that address the latest market developments and provide a concise summary of our newest publications. Get the insights you need, quickly and clearly, to stay ahead in the evolving covered bond sector. In this episode, Casper is joined by Nicolas Charnay to discuss our 2025 bank outlook. We also cover key developments in emerging covered bond markets, together with background and insights from mortgage market expert Richard Kemmish. Related Articles: The Top Trends Shaping European Bank Ratings In 2025: Solid Positions, Growing Ambitions Covered Bonds In New Markets: Issuance Holds Up In 2024 European Banks: Covered Bonds Are A Cheap, Stable Funding Source With Limited Side Effects
Watch VideoOutlook for 2025 covered bond issuance and insights on the Danish covered bond market: In this episode, Casper is joined by Andy South to discuss our 2025 issuance outlook. We also cover key takeaways from our recent publication on the Danish market, together with background and insights from Jakob Skinhøj of Nykredit. Related Articles: Covered Bonds Outlook 2025: Lower Rates, Higher Uncertainty Danish Covered Bond Market Insights 2024 The Danish Covered Bond Legal Framework: A Closer Look
Watch VideoIntroducing our “ Covered Bonds Uncovered” series—your go-to source for in-depth analysis and key highlights from our covered bonds coverage. Stay informed with regular video updates that address the latest market developments and provide a concise summary of our newest publications. Get the insights you need, quickly and clearly, to stay ahead in the evolving covered bond sector. Wrap-up of 2024 covered bond issuance, and insights on the Swedish and German markets : In this episode, Casper Andersen is joined by Andy South, who looks back at covered bond new issuance trends in 2024. They also discuss key takeaways from recent S&P Global Ratings publications on the German and Swedish covered bond markets.
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