EMBD - What's Powering The Surge In Labeled Bond Issuance?

• In the first half of 2021, labeled bond issuance that aligned with the International Capital Market Association's (ICMA) guidance reached over $600 billion, already exceeding the 2020 full-year issuance volume.
• The surging labeled bond market likely reflects investors’ appetite toward a more sustainable global economy.
• Government policies, such as the European Central Bank's (ECB) asset purchase programs to include green bonds, as well as the EU’s regulations supporting transparency of green credentials for financial market participants, are also contributing to this demand.

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