BNG’s EUR and USD bonds have been accepted by LCH, one of the world’s leading clearing houses, as eligible collateral. This recognition underscores the exceptional credit quality and deep market liquidity of BNG bonds.
BNG bonds are already widely accepted as collateral by many of the major central banks and by Eurex Clearing. The inclusion by LCH marks another important milestone in the continued expansion of their recognition across the global financial infrastructure.
Olivier Labe, CFO BNG: ‘We are proud that LCH has acknowledged the strength and reliability of our bonds. This recognition underscores the market’s continued confidence in BNG’s credit profile and the consistent liquidity of the securities we issue. The inclusion enhances the functionality of our bonds for institutional investors and counterparties across Europe and globally, reinforcing our commitment to providing high-quality liquid instruments that also support financial stability and efficient market operations.’
BNG, rated AAA/Aaa/AAA by leading credit rating agencies, plays a vital role in financing Dutch public sector institutions. The sustained interest from institutional investors in our bond issuances reflects their alignment with rigorous risk management and liquidity standards. This recent milestone affirms our role as a trusted and resilient participant in the global financial system.