George Collard is the Emerging Markets Editor at GlobalCapital. He specializes in BFSI, banking, finance, and trading, with a focus on corporate finance, international trade, and commodities markets across APAC and LATAM regions. His insights and analyses are featured in GlobalCapital, where he covers key developments in business and economics.
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George Collard's coverage primarily focuses on bond issuance and financial markets within the CEEMEA region, with a particular emphasis on exclusive content. He seems particularly drawn to insights from industry insiders or experts regarding sovereign debt, emerging markets, and financial market activities in Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East, and Africa.
Given his focus on exclusivity and insider information, George may be most receptive to pitches that offer unique perspectives or first-hand insights into upcoming bond issuances or developments within the CEEMEA region’s financial markets. Sources with direct involvement in these events would likely attract his attention.
As he covers topics related to finance & economy as well as content & publishing in addition to bond issuance specifically within the CEEMEA region, those who can provide comprehensive analysis of economic trends in these regions may also find success pitching their expertise.
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Barclays is 21st in the CEEMEA bond league table so far in 2026
By: Ralph Sinclair, Frank Jackman, George Collard
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The bank is considering bond issuance in currencies other than the euro
Cost of printing a five year bond has fallen a long way since October
2026's lead in issuance over 2025 has shrunk since the US-Iran war broke out
Investors are keen for new bonds and better rated borrowers may not want to issue in numbers
By: George Collard
Investors have lots of cash and are eager for new issuance
A double digit premium to the dollar curve lured in overseas buyers, who took a 'large chunk' of the bonds
Kevin Warsh's speech at Jackson Hole has pushed up borrowing costs for dollar issuers
