North America

Bank of America and Citi tapped into a vibrant US FIG market this month

Over $50bn has been raised in September so far, Dealogic data shows

US issuers and insurance companies could benefit as Moody’s relaxes parts of its approach

Huge demand, top-range pricing and aftermarket pop are encouraging, but there is a long way to go

Hyperactive US securities regulator is causing uproar in capital markets

Chip designer will be valued at $52bn when it begins trading in New York on Thursday

The L Catterton-backed German shoemaker is seeking to go public

Danaher spin-off water company plants its flag in the euro market

Money managers are eyeing opportunities in an asset class that is trading unusually wide to corps

◆ European and Asian issuers lead the charge as Barclays takes size◆ Global funding conditions shift in favour of dollars ◆ UBS returns to bond market for the first time after Credit Suisse takeover

US corporate bond market has exploded into life after Labor Day

The European market is nervously awaiting the result of bellwether deals in New York