This paper examines the relationship between split bond ratings and bond yields at the notch level for newly issued corporate bonds. We find that split rated bonds average a 7-basis-point yield premium over non-split rated bonds of similar credit risk. The yield premium increases from 5 basis...

We examine the relative impact of Moody's and S&P ratings on bond yields and find that at issuance, yields on split rated bonds with superior Moody's ratings are about 8 basis points lower than yields on split rated bonds with superior S&P ratings. This suggests that investors differentiate...

We investigate the nascent but fast-growing Chinese bond market and credit rating industry. We find Chinese bond ratings are informative and significantly correlated with bond offering yields. In addition, the Chinese bond investors distinguish ratings from different credit rating agencies...

We examine the relative impact of Moody's and S&P ratings on bond yields and find that at issuance yields on split rated bonds with superior Moody's ratings are, on average, 8 basis points lower than yields on split rated bonds with superior S&P ratings. This pattern suggests that investors...