From risk to reward, the case for default arbitrage
Far from being a purely negative outcome, defaults can form the basis of a tradeable, diversifying asset class that sits alongside more traditional fixed income exposures.
Far from being a purely negative outcome, defaults can form the basis of a tradeable, diversifying asset class that sits alongside more traditional fixed income exposures.
With the danger of fractured markets inflated, the need for a truly non-correlative asset is at a premium. And with the default system cleaned up, Fortlake saw an opportunity to provide investors with the ultimate diversifier.
The tranche market isn’t the defining feature of Fortlake’s fixed income funds, Baylis explained, but it’s a pivotal tool for the firm’s managers and adds a critical element of non-correlative returns for investors.