Contingent convertible (CoCo) bond issuance has exceeded $20 billion annually since 2012. CoCo bonds can absorb losses when a bank's capital falls below certain levels. While CoCo bonds are an evolving asset class, regulations like the EU's CRD IV will recognize them as additional tier 1 capital. Valuation challenges exist due to unique bond features and lack of market data. Risks include uncertainty around triggers, pricing dependence on models, and rollover risks near maturity.
Contingent convertible (CoCo) bond issuance has exceeded $20 billion annually since 2012. CoCo bonds can absorb losses when a bank's capital falls below certain levels. While CoCo bonds are an evolving asset class, regulations like the EU's CRD IV will recognize them as additional tier 1 capital. Valuation challenges exist due to unique bond features and lack of market data. Risks include uncertainty around triggers, pricing dependence on models, and rollover risks near maturity.