State-owned oil company Saudi Aramco has initiated the issuance of US dollar-denominated international bonds as part of its Global Medium-Term Bond Program. This placement is designed to attract large institutional investors and diversify the company’s funding sources in the current debt market environment.
International bonds aimed at qualified investors
The issue is aimed exclusively at institutional investors, complying with international securities regulations. The bonds will have a minimum face value of US$200,000 and will be offered in multiples of US$1,000, in line with capital market practices.
Citi, Goldman Sachs International, HSBC, JP Morgan and Morgan Stanley act as active joint bookrunners. In addition, other international and regional banks participate as passive underwriters, providing robustness to the global distribution of the securities.
Terms subject to market conditions
The total amount of the issue as well as the return, maturity and final price will be determined according to current market conditions. The subscription period will begin on January 26 and will end on February 2, 2026.
The bonds will be issued under Rule 144A/Reg S under the U.S. Securities Act. Rule 144A/Reg S under the U.S. Securities Act.The bonds will be issued under Rule 144A/Reg S of the U.S. Securities Act, allowing them to be traded in both U.S. and international markets. Aramco will apply for official listing with the UK Financial Conduct Authority and listing on the main market of the London Stock Exchange.
Amortization options contemplated
The structure of the bonds contemplates various redemption modalities, such as repurchase by the issuer, early redemption for tax reasons or events of default, and the possibility of sale by the holder in the event of a change of control.
The initiative is part of Saudi Aramco’s long-term strategy of Saudi Aramco to optimize its global financial profile while maintaining a strong presence in the international debt markets.
Source: Aramco via Saudi Exchange
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