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First Abu Dhabi Bank Issues First Digital Green Bond in MENA Region

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 15
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What happened

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First Abu Dhabi Bank issued AED1 billion ($272.2 million) in digitally native green notes on October 15, 2026, becoming the first such bond from the Middle East and North Africa region. The three-year notes were priced at an interest rate of 5.75% on October 13 and settled through Euroclear’s Digital Financial Market Infrastructure. The proceeds from the issuance will support projects with positive environmental or climate-related benefits.

From gdnonline.com

Why it matters

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The transaction combines sustainable finance with digital capital markets infrastructure, reinforcing First Abu Dhabi Bank’s commitment to financial innovation. This issuance marks the bank’s second digital bond listing on ADX, solidifying its role in shaping the region’s capital markets.

From gdnonline.com

Who's involved

  • First Abu Dhabi BankIssued the digitally native green notes.
  • Lars KramerChief Financial Officer of First Abu Dhabi Bank.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • United Arab EmiratesSpeculative

    May reinforce the United Arab Emirates' status as a leader in financial innovation and sustainable capital markets.

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