Euro Credit Default Swap Costs Decline as Risk Appetite Rises After US Court Halts Trump Tariffs

Euro Credit Default Swap Costs Drop as US Court Halts Trump Tariffs

The cost of insuring euro credit through credit default swaps (CDS) declined as investor risk appetite increased following a US federal trade court ruling that blocked President Donald Trump's tariffs. This positive development eased tariff-related uncertainty and boosted market confidence.

US Court Ruling Eases Trade Tensions, Lifts Market Sentiment

The United States Court of International Trade issued a ruling that has sparked optimism among investors, signaling a potential end to the threat of sweeping tariffs. Russ Mould, investment director at AJ Bell, noted the ruling "instilled hope into the market that tariffs might be wiped out," contributing to improved credit market conditions.

iTraxx Europe Crossover Index Falls Amid Reduced Risk

Reflecting growing investor confidence, the iTraxx Europe Crossover index, which tracks euro-denominated junk bond CDS spreads, fell by 5 basis points to 295bps. This drop indicates reduced perceived default risk and a stronger appetite for higher-yield credit investments.

Why This Matters for Investors

• Reduced tariff risk helps stabilize credit markets.
• Falling CDS costs encourage investment in euro junk bonds.
• Improved market sentiment may lead to increased corporate borrowing and growth.

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