Nepi Rockcastle raises €500 million from green bond sale

Business Forum

30 September, 2025 at 8:34 AM

Nepi Rockcastle successfully issued a €500 million green bond that was eightfold oversubscribed, with an orderbook exceeding €4 billion from over 200 international investors.

"We are proud to announce the successful issuance of a new €500 million green bond and are grateful to our investors for their support, which drives our vision forward. This demand emphasizes Nepi Rockcastle's financial position and commitment to sustainable growth," said Eliza Predoiu, CFO of Nepi Rockcastle.

The capital was raised through an eight-year unsecured green Eurobond, maturing in September 2033, with a 3.875% fixed coupon. Net proceeds will finance or refinance green projects under the company's Green Finance Framework.

The transaction was managed by Joint Lead Managers Citi Bank, Deutsche Bank, Erste Group, HSBC and ING, with legal counsel from Clifford Chance and Linklaters.

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