US IG/LevFin 2H26/1H27 Outlook: Tightly Wound

US IG/LevFin 2H26/1H27 Outlook

US IG/LevFin 2H26/1H27 Outlook: Tightly Wound

Winnie Cisar: Global Head of Strategy
Zachary Griffiths, CFA: Head of IG & Macro Strategy
Logan Miller: Head of European Strategy
Brian Perez: Analyst, Credit Strategy
Kathleen Tang: Analyst, Strategy

1 July 2026

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  • How a prolonged Fed hold could influence yields, spreads, and credit market sentiment.
  • What record demand for high quality yield may mean for investment grade and high yield markets
  • Why leveraged loans face growing pressure from refinancing risks and elevated rates.
  • How AI, private credit, and geopolitical developments could reshape market performance.
  • Where investors may find more attractive credit opportunities as conditions evolve into 2027.

Executive Summary

Markets remain supported by resilient demand for quality income. Credit conditions stay constructive despite ongoing uncertainty.

Investors continue favoring stable yield opportunities across credit markets. However, underlying pressures remain beneath strong technical demand.

Policy expectations have shifted toward a steadier interest rate environment. Market participants are reassessing risks across sectors and asset classes.

Attention remains focused on evolving themes shaping future performance. AI developments, private credit dynamics, and geopolitics influence sentiment.

Scenario analysis highlights a broad range of potential outcomes. Consequently, flexibility remains important as markets navigate changing conditions.

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