Government of Malta - New Stock Issues

On 15 February, the Treasury announced the issue of 2 new Malta Government Stocks for a total aggregate amount of €120 million subject to an over-allotment option of up to a further €80 million.

The 2 new stocks are:

(i) 3.00% MGS 2019 (III) at a price to be determined on Thursday 21 February 2013
(ii) 4.5% MGS 2028 (II) at a price to be determined on Thursday 21 February 2013

The General Public has the possibility of applying for these stocks in multiples of €100 and up to a maximum of €100,000 (nominal) per application. For applications in excess of €100,000 (nominal), a tendering process applies. Subscriptions open on Monday 25 February and close on Wednesday 27 February for the General Public while tenders in the form of sealed bids will be accepted until noon on Friday 1 March.

Further information is available in the Prospectus dated 15 February 2013 issued by the Government of Malta. Pricing details will be announced on our website on Thursday 21 February and application forms will also be available on the same day. For any clarifications, please send an email to info@rizzofarrugia.com or contact us on +356 2258 3000.