12 issues entering, 31 leaving
It could indicate higher defaults a year out
Web site explains bond markets for retail investors
Drop in rates mirrors slide in bond yields
Default rate could be nearing a turning point, ratings agency warns
New scale covers 73 U.S and Canadian companies
Index cover 901 corporate, government bond issues
Government continues to reduce fixed-rate share of debt
Growth likely to continue in 2005
PPPs could require up to $1.8 billion in debt financing