Republic of the Congo Lists $1.55 Billion Sovereign Bonds on Nasdaq Dubai

09:15 AM EDT, 10/19/2026 (MT Newswires) -- The Republic of the Congo listed $1.55 billion in sovereign bonds on Nasdaq Dubai, becoming the first African sovereign issuer to list securities on the exchange, according to a Monday release. The dual listing covers $700 million in 9.5% amortizing notes due Feb. 17, 2035, and $850 million in notes carrying the same rate, due May 26, 2036. Both bond issues are also listed on the London stock exchange.