Barclays makes wins on cost and diversification in £ debut
Barclays Bank issued its inaugural sterling benchmark covered bond on Thursday, a 10 year deal that represents a dual win for the borrower. Not only does it diversify its investor base, but it is probably cheaper than it could have funded in euros — not that the funding cost was the only consideration.
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