The perception of Fed backing helps risky firms borrow anew and emboldens investors to make risky bets.
Clover Technologies took loans to pay dividends to private investors.
Leveraged loan buyers believe they stand to benefit from slowing growth and a potential recession.
Money managers have grown increasingly concerned about loans to high-yield corporations.
A top Federal Reserve official fired a rare public warning.
A court freed collateralized loan obligation managers of post-crisis financial regulations.