Bonds

UniCredit Issues 1 Billion Euro Tier 2 Bond with 10.25-Year Maturity

Published January 9, 2024

UniCredit S.p.A., a prominent European banking group, has successfully launched a 10.25-year Tier 2 callable bond that has attracted significant investor interest. This strategic financial move garners Universally Creditable appreciation for its 5.375% fixed coupon rate, aiming to raise 1 billion euros to bolster the banking group's operations. With a focus on diversified banking activities that range from investment to retail banking, UniCredit's financial products and services are primarily disbursed across their extensive branch network, particularly concentrated in Italy.

Bond Details & Financial Strategy

The newly issued bond comes with a maturity of 10.25 years but includes a callable feature after 5.25 years. Investors have responded positively to the bond's fixed coupon of 5.375% payable until April 2029 and its issue price of 99.847%. This Tier 2 bond issuance demonstrates UniCredit's proactive approach to managing its capital structure and underpins the group's stability and resilience in the volatile financial markets.

UniCredit at a Glance

UniCredit's banking operations encompass a wide range of services, including corporate, investment, finance, and market banking, which represent the majority of its income. The retail banking sector constitutes a significant portion as well. Holding substantial deposits and an extensive loan portfolio, UniCredit's strong geographical presence, especially in key European markets such as Italy and Germany, underscores its position as a heavyweight in the continental banking landscape.

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