China launches first junk bond market on Shanghai Stock Exchange

China has launched its first junk bond market to provide funding for private Chinese companies, as estimates predict as much as US$50 billion in capital flow will reach the small and medium-sized firms within a few years. The Shanghai Stock Exchange announced the approval for high-yield issuances of seven private companies including the first issuance from Suzhou Huadon Coating Glass,…

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