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Scotland Plans Bonds for Infrastructure Amid Top Credit Ratings

11/14/2025

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Scottish First Minister John Swinney announced plans to issue government bonds targeting 2026-27 to fund infrastructure, contingent on the Scottish parliament election.
Scotland received top credit ratings from Moody's and S&P Global, matching the UK's rating and above Spain and Italy.
Swinney said the bonds could support housing and net-zero initiatives, with specifics in January.
Market conditions will influence issuance, and banks will engage soon to facilitate the bond scheme.

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Scottish First Minister John Swinney announced plans to issue government bonds targeting 2026-27 to fund infrastructure, contingent on the Scottish parliament election.
Scotland received top credit ratings from Moody's and S&P Global, matching the UK's rating and above Spain and Italy.
Swinney said the bonds could support housing and net-zero initiatives, with specifics in January.
Market conditions will influence issuance, and banks will engage soon to facilitate the bond scheme.