WITH the United States Federal Reserve signalling that it may be turning dovish – and thus that lower interest rates may be on the way – some sustainable finance analysts expect sustainability-related bonds and loan proceeds to rise accordingly in 2024.

New types of debt labels or issuance structures may also emerge in South-east Asia as the market matures.

In addition to lower rates prompting new bond issues, Clifford Lee, global head of fixed income at DBS, points out another factor driving up overall issuance: increased reissuance volumes.