WATC launches its new October 2026 syndicated benchmark

Western Australian Treasury Corporation (WATC) (AA+/Aa2) has launched its new, October 2026-maturity syndicated benchmark transaction with pricing expected on 1 June. Lead managers Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Deutsche Bank, National Australia Bank and Westpac Institutional Bank revealed on 31 May that the forthcoming transaction is being marketed at 59-63 basis points over EFP.