auction
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Italy plans a dual-tranche bond syndication on Wednesday while Germany has a triple-tranche auction of ultra-long Bunds.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
The sale at Henry Aldridge and Son auction house will take place on Saturday.
From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026
Ari Hodara, an engineer and art enthusiast, learned he was the winner on Tuesday when he answered a video call from Christie's auction house in Paris.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
IMF staff members highlight rising debt-to-GDP levels, which have led to larger bond yield gyrations on auction days.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
“Bought this book of spells at a collector’s auction last year. It once belonged to Madame Violet, one of the most famous illusionists who’s ever lived.”
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
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