John P. Calamos, Sr. shares his thoughts on changing market conditions and the role that convertible securities can play in responding.
Read PostIn our market neutral approach, the work of hedging around a major event begins days, weeks or even months before. The U.S. presidential election provides a case in point.
Read PostWe see continued upside opportunities in convertible securities but there may be greater disparity in returns, supporting the need for selectivity and active management.
Read PostCo-CIO Eli Pars examines default trends in the convertible bond market and discusses some differences between convertibles and high yield bonds.
Read PostConvertible default rates have remained low and stable over recent years. Co-CIO Eli Pars considers the direction of defaults going forward, including the prospects for the growth-oriented tech and health care sectors the convertible team favors.
Read PostCredit spreads have widened dramatically, equities have declined significantly, and convertible valuations have cheapened. A reversal in one of these factors could provide a tailwind to convertibles; if all three reverse, convertibles may be poised for a potentially powerful “trifecta.”
Read PostAmid market turmoil, contingent convertible bonds (CoCos) have become the subject of negative press. Co-CIO Eli Pars discusses our standing concerns with what he considers “the anti-convertible bond.”
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