Bond Telefónica Argentina 8.5% ( USP9028NAZ44 ) in USD
Issuer | Telefónica Argentina | ||
Market price | 100.3 % ▲ | ||
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Interest rate | 8.5% per year ( payment 2 times a year) | ||
Maturity | 06/08/2025 - Bond has expired | ||
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Minimal amount | 1 000 USD | ||
Total amount | 388 871 000 USD | ||
Cusip | P9028NAZ4 | ||
Standard & Poor's ( S&P ) rating | B- ( Highly speculative ) | ||
Moody's rating | N/A | ||
Detailed description |
Telecom Argentina is a leading telecommunications company in Argentina offering fixed-line, mobile, broadband internet, and pay television services. The financial markets are currently observing a bond offering from Telecom Argentina, identified uniquely by its ISIN USP9028NAZ44 and CUSIP P9028NAZ4. This debt instrument, denominated in US Dollars, is presently trading at 100.3% of its par value, reflecting current market sentiment. It carries a fixed annual interest rate of 8.5% and is set to mature on August 6, 2025, positioning it as a relatively short-term investment opportunity. The total issuance size for this bond stands at $388,871,000, with a minimum purchase amount of $1,000, making it accessible to a range of institutional and individual investors. Interest payments are structured on a semi-annual basis, providing regular income to bondholders. Telecom Argentina, the issuer, is a significant telecommunications conglomerate operating out of Argentina. It holds a substantial market position within the country, offering a diverse portfolio of services including mobile telephony, fixed-line communication, broadband internet, and cable television. As a major player in the Argentine market, the company's financial performance and operational stability are intricately tied to the broader economic and political conditions of Argentina, a nation frequently characterized by its economic dynamism and periods of financial volatility. This sovereign risk context is a critical consideration for investors. The bond's credit quality has been assessed by Standard & Poor's (S&P), which has assigned it a B- rating. This places the bond in the speculative-grade category, often referred to as 'junk bond' status, signifying a higher credit risk compared to investment-grade debt. Consequently, while the B- rating implies a heightened susceptibility to adverse economic conditions and potential default risk, it also typically corresponds with a higher coupon rate, such as the 8.5% offered here, designed to compensate investors for the elevated risk profile inherent in both the issuer's country of operation and its specific credit standing. |