BPCE, the parent company of Natixis, issues its inaugural European defense bond
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Aug 28 2025
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Source: Reuters
First Defence Bond Issued: BPCE, the parent company of Natixis, has launched Europe's first bond specifically aimed at financing defence spending, raising 750 million euros.
Investor Demand: The bond attracted significant interest, with 2.8 billion euros in investor demand, indicating a strong appetite for defence-related investments.
Use of Proceeds: Funds from the bond will be allocated to finance or refinance projects related to defence and security equipment and technologies.
Regulatory Framework: This bond aligns with Euronext's European Defence Bond initiative, which streamlines the listing process for such bonds, although BPCE will still undergo an independent review of fund allocation.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
