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Angola Secures $1 Billion Debt Extension with JPMorgan

1/14/2026

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Angola extended a $1 billion debt facility with JPMorgan for three years, according to Angola's finance ministry.
The arrangement adds $500 million at about 8% interest, which Angola's finance ministry says avoids Eurobond debt.
The extension follows a one-year derivative contract established in 2024.
Angola's bond prices rose after the announcement, with the 2048 maturity trading at 86.97 cents on the dollar.
Angola's debt-to-GDP ratio was 70% in 2024.

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Angola extended a $1 billion debt facility with JPMorgan for three years, according to Angola's finance ministry.
The arrangement adds $500 million at about 8% interest, which Angola's finance ministry says avoids Eurobond debt.
The extension follows a one-year derivative contract established in 2024.
Angola's bond prices rose after the announcement, with the 2048 maturity trading at 86.97 cents on the dollar.
Angola's debt-to-GDP ratio was 70% in 2024.