Banamex sells global bonds for first time since Citigroup stake offload

7 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 30

The Mexican lender is marketing 2036 dollar notes at around 7%, with a five-year call option, and the deal is expected to price on Thursday.
The sale marks Banamex's return to international debt markets after Citigroup began reducing its holding in the bank.
The offering gives investors an early test of demand for Banamex credit as the bank moves on from its former ownership structure.

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