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FCMB Targets ₦70 Billion from Series 1 & 2 Commercial Paper Issuance, Funding Date June 4th

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Jeremiah Ayegbusi

First City Monument Bank Limited (FCMB) has launched a ₦70 billion Commercial Paper (CP) issuance under its ₦100 billion Multi-Currency CP Issuance Programme. The offer, comprising Series 1 and 2 tranches, is scheduled to close on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, and is aimed at meeting the bank’s short-term working capital needs.

The tenors are 180 days for Series 1 and 268 days for Series 2, with discount rates of 20.6570% and 20.9440% per annum, respectively. Investors stand to earn implied yields of 23.00% and 24.75%, depending on the tranche subscribed. The investment is structured as a discount instrument, meaning subscribers pay less upfront and receive the full face value upon maturity, minus 10% withholding tax on interest earned.

FCMB, a key subsidiary of FCMB Group Plc, has received investment-grade ratings of A- from Agusto & Co. and A2 from GCR, reflecting robust financial stability. The minimum subscription amount is ₦5 million, with subsequent investments in multiples of ₦1,000.

The bank has outlined two participation routes: a traditional commitment form route with step-by-step funding and confirmation, and a digital onboarding option via the Afrinvestor app. Maturity proceeds (face value net of tax) will be paid directly to investors at the end of each tenor.

  • Key Dates:
  • Offer Opens: Tuesday, 27 May 2025
  • Offer Closes: Tuesday, 3 June 2025
  • Funding Date: Wednesday, 4 June 2025

Investors interested in participating or seeking assistance may contact Afrinvest via the provided emails or phone numbers listed in the full offer FAQ.

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FCMB has launched a ₦70 billion Commercial Paper offer under its ₦100 billion programme, with Series 1 and 2 offering yields up to 24.75%. The offer closes on June 3, 2025.

Jeremiah Ayegbusi

Jeremiah Ayegbusi is an economist and former Academic Officer of the Nigerian Economic Students Association, Redeemer's University Chapter (NESARUN). He analyzes economic news and conducts research for long-form analysis, leveraging his strong academic foundation and passion for insights.

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