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The country offers huge potential and possible pitfalls for investors
A piece of very rare African senior bank issuance could also come this week
African issuers are dominating CEEMEA issuance
The company's curve has massively outperformed the South African sovereign this month
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Reports that Barclays will exit its African operations, known locally as Absa, have left emerging market bond and loan bankers puzzling what future the firm has in the region — historically one of its strengths within CEEMEA — but it is thought it will leave the UK firm better capitalised. -
Bankers are in discussions with a Nigerian corporate for an acquisition loan, representing welcome fodder for a depleted market, although the deal may not make it over the line, according to sources.
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In an otherwise subdued African loan market, commitments for a $150m deal for Africa Finance Corporation were due on Thursday, according to a banker on the deal.
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After a rough ride for Zambian loans and bonds in recent months, state-owned power firm Zesco will finally sign its delayed seven year loan this week.
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South African Investec is refinancing a $335m credit facility and is increasing the size of the deal to $400m.
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Standard Bank has denied a Reuters news report on Tuesday it is ceasing business on the EM desk that focuses on high yield.
