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Companies welcome new issues demand

By Jennifer Hughes

Published: October 13 2009 18:38 | Last updated: October 13 2009 18:38

Further risky companies are expected to brave the European bond markets in the coming weeks after strong demand for new issues this week.

Hella, the junk-rated German car parts supplier, on Tuesday issued €300m ($445m) in five-year bonds while a three-tranche deal from Heidelberg Cement, worth up to €2bn, is due to price today. On Tuesday, Heidelberg increased its deal to include a 10-year tranche after investor inquiries.

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