Yields
Economy
Greek Borrowing Costs Drop Lower Than Italy's for First Time Since 2008
The yield spread between the Greek and Italian state bonds fell into negative territory on Thursday for the first time since 2008, meaning that the Greek state can borrow money at a cheaper rate than Italy in capital markets.
The...
Business
Greece's Borrowing Costs Hit New All-Time Low
Greece’s borrowing costs have tumbled to a record low on Wednesday, reflecting hopes among foreign investors that the new government will be able to reinvigorate Greece’s reform program.
The 10-year bond yield fell 2.6 percent on a daily basis on...
Economy
Report Says Greece Will Return to Markets When Borrowing Costs Fall Below 5%
Greece will return to markets when its borrowing costs fall below 5 percent, a recent Reuters report says. This may happen if Greek bonds are included in its 2.3 trillion euro purchase program.
This condition is primarily dependent on whether...