BOQ launches 2019-1 REDS RMBS deal

On 19 August, Bank of Queensland (BOQ) launched its residential mortgage-backed securities deal (RMBS), Series 2019-1 REDS Trust. The transaction has an indicative total volume of A$500 million (US$339.2 million) and is expected to price on or before 23 August.

Series 2019-1 REDS Trust indicative price guidance and structure

TrancheIndicative volume (A$m)Expected ratings (S/F)Weighted-average life (years)Indicative price guidance (bp/1m BBSW)
A 460 AAA/AAA 2.9 95-98 area
AB 13.7 AAA/AAA 6.4 170 area
B 9 AA/NR 6.4 190 area
C 7.3 A/NR 6.4 255 area
D 4.25 BBB/NR 6.4 315 area
E 2.5 BB/NR 6.4 460 area
F 3.25 NR/NR 6.4 590 area

Source: National Australia Bank 19 August 2019

ANZ, Macquarie Bank, National Australia Bank (NAB) and Westpac Institutional Bank are joint lead managers for Class A notes, while NAB is sole lead manager for the remainder of the structure.