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ISTANBUL - Turkiye Garanti Bankasi (IS:GARAN) A.S., also known as Garanti BBVA (BME:BBVA), has received approval from the Capital Markets Board to issue up to TRY 50 billion (Turkish Lira) in debt securities. The approval, dated February 26, 2025, allows the bank to offer a range of debt instruments domestically, including bonds and debentures with fixed or floating rates, as well as structured debt securities targeted at qualified investors.
The decision to proceed with the issuance was initially made on September 5, 2024, with an application submitted to the Capital Markets Board and the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency on September 13, 2024. The bank’s plan involves the potential sale of these debt instruments through public offerings or private placements within a one-year period.
This move by Garanti BBVA is part of its broader strategy to diversify its funding sources and to provide the bank with the flexibility to capitalize on favorable market conditions. The structured debt securities program is designed to appeal to a wide range of investors, offering various investment options within the domestic market.
The bank’s statement assures that the information provided is in accordance with the principles of the Board’s Communiqué, Serial II Nr.15.1, and accurately reflects the records and documents of Garanti BBVA. The bank emphasizes its commitment to transparency and accountability in its declarations.
Investors should note that this announcement is based on a press release statement from Garanti BBVA and that any further details regarding the specific terms and timing of the debt issuance will be disclosed in due course. The bank’s ability to raise such a significant amount in the local currency highlights the scale of its operations and the confidence it holds in the Turkish financial markets.
Garanti BBVA is one of Turkey’s largest private banks, with a strong presence in both retail and corporate banking. The planned debt issuance may provide the bank with additional capital to further strengthen its financial position and support its growth objectives in the Turkish banking sector.
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