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# World Bank’s IDA prices $3 billion bond after US registration exemption
- URL: https://www.theglobalbanker.com/world-banks-ida-priced-3-billion-bond-after-us-registration-exemption/
- Published: 2026-09-16T11:12:36.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-02T01:12:51.000Z
- Description: The World Bank’s IDA priced a $3 billion five-year bond on 15 September, attracting nearly $8 billion of orders in its first dollar issuance following a US securities-registration exemption.
- Author: TGB Editorial Team
- Tags: Banking News, Global

The World Bank’s International Development Association priced a $3 billion bond on 15 September. Orders approached $8 billion, Reuters reported, citing a transaction source. The five-year issue was its first dollar borrowing since securing exemption from US securities-registration requirements.

The exemption became law in March 2026, according to IDA. It removes the regular SEC registration process for its securities. The change aligns its treatment with the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and International Finance Corporation.

#### BROADER ACCESS TO US INVESTORS

IDA reported 125 orders, with US investors accounting for more than 30% of demand. IDA said the exemption broadens its access to US investors and reduces the cost of bringing its securities to market.

The transaction is a Sustainable Development Bond. IDA said net proceeds are not earmarked for particular projects but support its wider development-financing mandate.

#### PRICING AND SETTLEMENT

The coupon is 4.875%, paid semi-annually, and the issue yield is 4.884%. Bank of America, BMO Capital Markets, Citi and J.P. Morgan led the transaction.

Settlement is scheduled for 25 September 2026, with maturity on 25 September 2031.