Malta Government Stocks – February 2023

MeDirect Bank (Malta) plc is currently accepting applications for the new Malta Government Stocks (“MGS”) for a total aggregate amount of €200,000,000 subject to an over-allotment option of €150,000,000 in the event of over-subscription. Applications close on Wednesday, the 22nd of February 2023 at 14:30 hrs., or earlier at the discretion of the Accountant General.

The new fixed rate bonds are:

3.50% Malta Government Stock 2028 (VI)

  • Interest payable semi-annually in arrears on 7th January and 7th July.
  • The first interest payment will be made at the rate of 1.256906% and will include accrued interest for the period from 27th of February 2023 to the 6th of July 2023 (both dates inclusive) will be made on the 7th of July 2023.

The bond will be offered at €101.25 with a YTM of 3.2434% which corresponds to an annualised rate of 3.2697% and will mature on 7th July 2028.

4.00% Malta Government Stock 2043 (I)

  • Interest payable semi-annually in arrears on the 26th May and 26th November.
  • The first interest payment will be made at the rate of 0.972376% and will include accrued interest for the period from the 27th of February 2023 to the 25th of May 2023 (both dates inclusive) shall be made on the 26th of May 2023.

The bond will be offered at €100.00 with a YTM of 3.9996% which corresponds to an annualised rate of 4.0396% and will mature on 26th of November 2043.

The general public has the possibility of applying for these bonds in multiples of €100 and up to a maximum of €499,900 (nominal) per person.

Prospective investors are requested to read the Press Release issued by the Ministry of Finance and the Prospectus.

If you are interested in applying, please send us a Secure Mail or contact your existing Relationship Manager. For further information, please call us on (+356) 2557 4400 or send an email to info@medirect.com.mt.


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