Coles launches dual-tranche domestic benchmark transaction

On 29 October, Coles Group (Coles) (BBB+/Baa1) launched a new dual-tranche, Australian dollar denominated benchmark transaction. The forthcoming deal consists of seven-year and 10-year tranches, and is expected to price on the day after launch. Indicative price guidance for the tranches is, respectively, 125-130 and 150-155 basis points area over semi-quarterly swap.