JCB find the YieldReport to be an invaluable summary of all debt market activity. Whilst we are focussed on the highest grade bonds it is important to see what is..Angus Coote, Executive Director, JCB Active Bond Fund
The Australian hybrid securities market continues to show resilience amid shifting interest rate expectations and investor appetite for yield. Here’s a snapshot of recent performance across both bank-issued hybrids and non-standard instruments:
Bank-Issued Hybrids
Trading Margins for major bank hybrids have generally remained stable, with most securities trading between 1.4% and 2.0%, reflecting moderate risk sentiment.
Running Yields are clustered around 6.0% to 6.8%, with standout performers like Latitude LFSPA (6.43% trading margin, 8.46% yield) and Judo Capital JDOPA (5.04% margin) offering higher returns, albeit with elevated risk.
Longer-dated hybrids such as Westpac WBCPM (Sep 2031) and Macquarie MQGPG (Dec 2031) are trading with margins near 1.75%–1.99%, suggesting investor confidence in long-term bank credit quality.
CBA’s PERLS series continues to attract attention, with CBAPM (PERLS 16) offering a 1.42% margin and 6.20% yield, balancing duration and yield appeal.
Non-Standard Hybrids
Nufarm NFNG, a step-up perpetual hybrid, is trading at 88 cents, delivering a running yield of 8.61%, supported by a 5.02% trading margin.
Ramsay Health Care RHCPA, a preference share, remains strong at $106.75, offering a running yield of 8.10% with a 4.51% margin, reflecting investor confidence in the healthcare sector.