Mandate: Republic of Slovenia Samurai Bonds Offering
The Republic of Slovenia (the “Issuer”), rated A3 (Stable) by Moody’s, AA- (Stable) by S&P, A (Stable) by Fitch and AA- (Stable) by JCR, has mandated BNP Paribas, Nomura and SMBC Nikko to joint lead the issuance of JPY-denominated senior notes in Samurai format (the “JPY Notes”).
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The JPY Notes may be issued in the near future subject to market conditions. The Notes, if issued, are expected to be rated AA- by S&P and AA- by JCR. The tenors of the Notes are expected to be 3-, 5-, 7- and 10-year. Nevertheless, one or more tranches may be dropped subject to issuer's preference and demand. The Notes will be issued as Social Bonds.