WASHINGTON, D.C., October 20, 2026 – The World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, IBRD, Aaa/AAA) today priced a USD 5 billion benchmark bond that matures in October 2031. With over 145 investor orders, the transaction attracted over USD 9.8 billion in high-quality investor orders, driven by bank treasuries, central banks/official institutions, and asset managers.
The lead managers are Citigroup Global Markets Limited, Morgan Stanley & Co International Plc, Nomura International plc and Wells Fargo Securities LLC. The bond pays a semi-annual coupon of 4.875% p.a. and will be listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange.
“A strong and diverse global investor base is what makes the World Bank’s financial model work,” said Jorge Familiar, Vice President and Treasurer, World Bank Group. “We thank our global investors for their continued support. Through the capital markets, their participation helps us leverage resources and mobilize private capital at greater scale, so countries can create jobs, grow their economies and reduce poverty.”
