--- title: "Pakistan raises record $3 billion through dual-tranche Eurobond issuance" description: "Most outlets led with the $3 billion amount and described it as Pakistan’s largest-ever international bond issuance, often using terms like \"record,\" \"landmark,\" or \"historic.\" Several also noted the $6 billion in investor orders, highlighting strong demand. A few excerpts included direct quotes from the Finance Minister, such as his characterization of the bond as a sign of renewed confidence in the economy. While most phrased the transaction as a significant financial milestone, one outlet briefly framed it as a signal of Pakistan’s improved credit prospects and global market return. Overall, the framing was largely consistent, with variations in emphasis on investor demand and ministerial statements." url: https://harzaviya.com/stories/5866-pakistan-kicks-off-process-for-dual-tranche-dollar-eurobond site: HarZaviya language: en --- # Pakistan raises record $3 billion through dual-tranche Eurobond issuance business · latest filing 5 Sep 2026, 4:01 AM PKT · 1–5 Sep 2026 · 39 articles from 19 outlets over 5 developments **HarZaviya summary** — how 19 outlets covered this, generated automatically from their headlines and excerpts: > Most outlets reported that Pakistan has initiated a dual-tranche US dollar-denominated Eurobond offering with five-year and 10-year tenors, announced by Advisor to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad. Several, including The Express Tribune and Profit, noted the move as part of a renewed push into international capital markets following rating upgrades and stronger investor confidence, while others, like Business Recorder and Dawn, added that the process is subject to market conditions. The framing was largely consistent across outlets, with variations in emphasis on the context of the offering. ## How it developed Newest development first. Each carries its own coverage and, where we have one, our summary of it. ### 5 Sep 2026 — Bond revival (1 outlet) - **Dawn** — [Bond revival](https://www.dawn.com/news/2027645/bond-revival) · 5 Sep 2026, 4:01 AM PKT > PAKISTAN has raised a record $3bn in its single largest international capital market transaction through a dual-tranche Eurobond sale that drew nearly $6bn in total orders. When international investors offer to lend a country almost twice what it is asking for and are willing to do so for as long as 10 years, they are betting that Pakistan will still be solvent, still servicing its debt, and st... ### 4 Sep 2026 — USD3bn raised thru dual-tranche Eurobond sale (1 outlet) - **Business Recorder** — [USD3bn raised thru dual-tranche Eurobond sale](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40437881/usd3bn-raised-thru-dual-tranche-eurobond-sale) · 4 Sep 2026, 6:00 AM PKT > ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has successfully issued USD 3 billion through a landmark dual-tranche Eurobond transaction, the largest-ever international bond issuance by Pakistan in a single transaction, said the Ministry of Finance. The transaction attracted nearly USD 6 billion in orders — almost twice the amount issued — from a broad and diversified base of institutional investors across global market... ### 3 Sep 2026 — Pakistan raises record $3 billion through dual-tranche Eurobond issuance (17 outlets) > Most outlets led with the $3 billion amount and described it as Pakistan’s largest-ever international bond issuance, often using terms like "record," "landmark," or "historic." Several also noted the $6 billion in investor orders, highlighting strong demand. A few excerpts included direct quotes from the Finance Minister, such as his characterization of the bond as a sign of renewed confidence in the economy. While most phrased the transaction as a significant financial milestone, one outlet briefly framed it as a signal of Pakistan’s improved credit prospects and global market return. Overall, the framing was largely consistent, with variations in emphasis on investor demand and ministerial statements. - **ProPakistani** — [Finance Minister Seeks Real Investment After Historic Eurobond Sale](https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/03/finance-minister-seeks-real-investment-after-historic-eurobond-sale/) · 3 Sep 2026, 10:04 PM PKT > Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said he wants the country’s record $3 billion Eurobond success to translate into real… Read More - **The Express Tribune** — [Dual-tranche Euro bond](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2627309/dual-tranche-euro-bond) · 3 Sep 2026, 7:35 PM PKT · 65% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has proven that it can mobilise long-term financing, as is evident from 10-year Eurobond - **Dunya News** — [Pakistan raises $3bn through dual-tranche eurobond sale](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Business/971087-pakistan-raises-3bn-through-dualtranche-eurobond-sale) · 3 Sep 2026, 7:33 PM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has raised $3 billion through Eurobonds, with the Finance Ministry calling the issuance a major economic milestone amid renewed global investor confidence and improved credit prospects. - **Hum News English** — [Pakistan’s return to global market: What does the $3bn deal signal?](https://humenglish.com/latest/pakistans-return-to-global-market-what-does-the-3bn-deal-signal/) · 3 Sep 2026, 3:46 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Strong investor demand has marked Pakistan’s return to international debt markets, with the country receiving nearly $6 billion in orders for a $3 billion Eurobond issuance. Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb called the issuance a "positive development," saying it reflected renewed international investor confidence in the country's economy. But what is so special about ... - **Minute Mirror** — [Pakistan secures record $3bn eurobond as global de...](https://minutemirror.com.pk/pakistan-secures-record-3bn-eurobond-as-global-demand-touches-6bn-623831/) · 3 Sep 2026, 1:21 PM PKT · 65% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has raised $3 billion through a two-tranche Eurobond transaction, marking the country’s largest-ever single international bond - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [$3bn Eurobond reflects renewed confidence in Pakistan’s economy: Aurangzeb](https://www.app.com.pk/business/3bn-eurobond-reflects-renewed-confidence-in-pakistans-economy-aurangzeb/) · 3 Sep 2026, 1:18 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing > :Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Thursday termed Pakistan’s successful issuance of a $3 billion dual-tranche Eurobond a “positive development”, saying the record transaction reflected renewed confidence of international investors in the country’s economy and future direction. - **Daily Times** — [Pakistan raises $3bn in record Eurobond deal](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1547468/pakistan-raises-3bn-in-record-eurobond-deal/) · 3 Sep 2026, 12:25 PM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has raised $3 billion through its largest-ever single international bond transaction. The Ministry of Finance announced the landmark deal on Thursday. The dual-tranche Eurobond attracted nearly $6 billion in investor orders. The demand was almost twice the amount offered by Pakistan. Institutional investors from global markets showed strong interest in the issuance. The ministry […] - **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Big Win for Pakistan as $3 Billion Eurobond draws almost Double in Investor Orders](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/03-Sep-2026/big-win-for-pakistan-as-3-billion-eurobond-draws-almost-double-in-investor-orders) · 3 Sep 2026, 12:21 PM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD – Pakistan pulled off its biggest-ever international bond transaction, raising staggering $3 billion through dual-tranche Eurobond sale as global investors placed nearly $6 billion in orders, signaling a sharp revival in appetite for the country’s debt. The landmark transaction saw South Asian nation raise $1.75 billion through a 5.5-year bond at a 7.5% coupon […] - **Profit** — [Pakistan raises record $3 billion through dual-tranche Eurobond](https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/09/03/pakistan-raises-record-dollar3-billion-through-dual-tranche-eurobond) · 3 Sep 2026, 11:38 AM PKT · 64% identical wording to the newest filing > Government issues $1.75 billion 5.5-year Eurobond at 7.50% and $1.25 billion 10-year bond at 7.90%; transaction attracts nearly $6 billion demand, twice the amount issued in global orders - **Aaj News (English)** — [Pakistan raises record $3bn through Eurobond sale](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330470649/pakistan-raises-record-3bn-through-eurobond-sale) · 3 Sep 2026, 11:05 AM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has raised $3 billion through an international Eurobond sale, marking the country’s largest-ever single international bond issuance, according to the Finance Ministry. The ministry said the bonds received demand nearly twice the amount on offer, describing Pakistan’s return to the international bond market as a significant economic development. The issuance will provide Pakistan with $... - **Pakistan Observer** — [Pakistan raises $3 billion in largest-ever single international bond issuance](https://pakobserver.net/pakistan-raises-3-billion-in-largest-ever-single-international-bond-issuance/) · 3 Sep 2026, 10:31 AM PKT · 67% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has successfully issued US$3 billion through a landmark dual-tranche Eurobond transaction, the largest-ever international bond issuance by Pakistan in… - **Geo News** — [Pakistan secures $3bn through its 'largest-ever' Eurobond transaction](https://www.geo.tv/latest/680435-pakistan-secures-3bn-through-its-largest-ever-eurobond-transaction) · 3 Sep 2026, 10:30 AM PKT · 64% identical wording to the newest filing > A money changer counts US dollar banknotes at a currency exchange office in Ankara, Turkey November 11, 2021. — ReutersNearly $6bn orders received for $3bn bond issuance.10-year tranche attracts strong demand at 7.9%.Ministry says demand signals renewed investor confidence. - **BOL News** — [Pakistan raises record $3 billion in landmark Eurobond sale](https://bolnews.com/business/pakistan-raises-record-3-billion-in-landmark-eurobond-sale) · 3 Sep 2026, 10:16 AM PKT · 69% identical wording to the newest filing > Historic transaction draws nearly $6 billion in orders as nation returns to global capital markets. - **ARY News (English)** — [Pakistan makes landmark $3 billion Eurobond issuance](https://arynews.tv/pakistan-makes-landmark-3-billion-eurobond-issuance) · 3 Sep 2026, 10:02 AM PKT · 68% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has successfully issued $3 billion in Eurobonds, marking a significant achievement in the global financial market. - **Business Recorder** — [Pakistan raises $3bn through Eurobond sale](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40437728/pakistan-raises-3bn-through-eurobond-sale) · 3 Sep 2026, 10:00 AM PKT · 69% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has raised $3 billion through a dual-tranche Eurobond sale that drew nearly $6 billion in orders, its finance ministry said on Thursday. It raised $1.75 billion through a 5.5-year bond at a coupon rate of 7.5% and $1.25 billion through a 10-year bond at 7.9%, the ministry said. “Pakistan has successfully issued US$3 billion through a landmark dual-tranche Eurobond transaction, the larg... - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Pakistan raises record $3 billion through ‘landmark’ Eurobond sale](https://www.arabnews.pk/pakistan/pakistan-raises-record-3-billion-through-landmark-eurobond-sale-3000179) · 3 Sep 2026, 9:45 AM PKT · 64% identical wording to the newest filing - **24 News HD** — [Pakistan successfully raises $3.3b through dual-tranche Eurobond sale](https://www.24newshd.tv/03-Sep-2026/pakistan-successfully-raises-dollar-3-3b-dual-tranche-eurobond-sale) · 3 Sep 2026, 8:58 AM PKT · 69% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has successfully raised a record $3 billion, its single largest international capital market transaction, through a landmark dual-tranche Eurobond sale that drew nearly $6 billion in orders, the Ministry of Finance said. ### 2 Sep 2026 — Pakistan begins process to raise $2 billion through Eurobonds (4 outlets) > Most outlets reported that Pakistan has started the process to issue a $2 billion Eurobond with five-year and 10-year tenors. They emphasized the move as following improved sovereign credit ratings and stronger investor confidence. No significant differences in framing were evident across the coverage. - **Dawn** — [Bond market return](https://www.dawn.com/news/2027095/bond-market-return) · 3 Sep 2026, 7:37 AM PKT > PAKISTAN’S proposed dual-tranche Eurobond launch marks the country’s return to the international debt markets for longer-term financing. The initiative is part of a budgetary plan to raise $2bn through bond issuance for the current year. The issue will test the market’s willingness to price the country’s needs at relatively lower rates. Five months ago, Islamabad tested the waters with a three-... - **The Express Tribune** — [Pakistan raises $3b in largest-ever international bond transaction](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2627207/pakistan-raises-3b-in-largest-ever-international-bond-transaction) · 3 Sep 2026, 6:19 AM PKT · 65% identical wording to the newest filing > Finance ministry says total issuance stood at $3 billion, while global demand was 'nearly $6.0 billion' - **Minute Mirror** — [Pakistan begins process to raise $2bn through Eurobonds](https://minutemirror.com.pk/pakistan-begins-process-to-raise-2bn-through-eurobonds-623301/) · 2 Sep 2026, 3:43 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has started preparations to raise up to $2 billion through a new Eurobond, as improving credit ratings and stronger investor - **Daily Times** — [Pakistan starts process for $2bn Eurobond](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1546999/pakistan-starts-process-for-2bn-eurobond/) · 2 Sep 2026, 12:33 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has started the process to launch a $2 billion Eurobond in international markets. The planned bond will have five-year and 10-year tenors. The move follows improved sovereign credit ratings from international agencies. Officials said the timing was important because of recent geopolitical developments. They also pointed to stronger investor confidence and improving economic conditions.... ### 1 Sep 2026 — Pakistan launches dual-tranche dollar Eurobond offering (10 outlets) > Most outlets reported that Pakistan has initiated a US dollar-denominated dual-tranche Eurobond process with five-year and 10-year tenors, as announced by Advisor to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad. Several also noted that the move follows recent credit rating upgrades and aims to access international capital markets. A few, such as Geo News and Profit, mentioned the potential size of the offering ($2 billion) and the planned roadshows in London, Washington, and the Gulf, though these details were not included in all excerpts. - **Geo News** — [Pakistan begins process to secure $2bn through Eurobonds](https://www.geo.tv/latest/680256-pakistan-begins-process-to-secure-2bn-through-eurobonds) · 2 Sep 2026, 9:54 AM PKT > A trader counts US dollar banknotes at a currency exchange booth in Peshawar. — Reuters/FileGovt advised to hold roadshows in London, Washington and Gulf.Adviser says move follows sovereign credit-rating upgrades.Eurobond size to be ascertained based on global interest: sources. - **Dawn** — [Pakistan launches dual-tranche Eurobond offering](https://www.dawn.com/news/2026805/pakistan-launches-dual-tranche-eurobond-offering) · 2 Sep 2026, 7:18 AM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Tuesday launched the process for a US dollar-denominated benchmark dual-tranche Eurobond offering with five-year and 10-year tenors, as the government seeks to deepen its return to international capital markets following recent sovereign rating upgrades. Adviser to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad said in a post on X that the proposed transaction was subject to marke... - **Daily Times** — [Pakistan kicks off process for dual-tranche dollar Eurobond](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1546832/pakistan-kicks-off-process-for-dual-tranche-dollar-eurobond/) · 2 Sep 2026, 7:13 AM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing > Advisor to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad on Tuesday announced that Pakistan had launched the process for a US dollar benchmark dual-tranche Eurobond offering with five-year and 10-year tenors, subject to market conditions. In a statement posted on his official X account, the advisor said the transaction marked another important step in Pakistan’s renewed access […] - **The Nation** — [Pakistan initiates US dollar benchmark Eurobond process, says Khurram](https://www.nation.com.pk/02-Sep-2026/pakistan-initiates-us-dollar-benchmark-eurobond-process-says-khurram) · 2 Sep 2026, 6:40 AM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD - Advisor to the Finance Min­ister Khurram Schehzad on Tuesday announced that Pakistan had launched the process for a US dollar benchmark dual-tranche Eurobond offering with five-year and 10-year tenors, subject to market condi­tions. - **Business Recorder** — [USD benchmark dual-tranche Eurobond: MoF initiates process](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40437518/usd-benchmark-dual-tranche-eurobond-mof-initiates-process) · 2 Sep 2026, 5:16 AM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Finance has initiated the process for a US dollar-denominated benchmark dual-tranche Eurobond, targeting long five-year and 10-year maturities, subject to market conditions, marking Pakistan’s renewed return to international capital markets. Adviser to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad shared the development on X on Tuesday, saying the transaction comes amid succe... - **Profit** — [Pakistan moves to launch five- and 10-year dollar eurobond](https://profit.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/09/01/pakistan-moves-to-launch-five-and-10-year-dollar-eurobond) · 1 Sep 2026, 10:11 PM PKT · 68% identical wording to the newest filing > Dual-tranche offering marks renewed push into international capital markets following rating upgrades and stronger investor confidence - **The Express Tribune** — [Pakistan initiates process for Eurobond](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2626983/pakistan-initiates-process-for-eurobond) · 1 Sep 2026, 9:51 PM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing > Plans to offer 5- and 10-year papers following rating upgrades - **ProPakistani** — [Pakistan to Launch New Long-Term Eurobonds Soon](https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/01/pakistan-to-launch-new-long-term-eurobonds-soon/) · 1 Sep 2026, 6:06 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has launched the process for a US dollar benchmark Eurobond offering with two tranches of long five year and… Read More - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Pakistan initiates US dollar benchmark Eurobond process: Khurram Schehzad](https://www.app.com.pk/business/pakistan-initiates-us-dollar-benchmark-eurobond-process-khurram-schehzad/) · 1 Sep 2026, 4:20 PM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > Advisor to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad on Tuesday announced that Pakistan had launched the process for a US dollar benchmark dual-tranche Eurobond offering with five-year and 10-year tenors, subject to market conditions. - **24 News HD** — [Pakistan starts process for dual-tranche dollar Eurobond](https://www.24newshd.tv/01-Sep-2026/pakistan-starts-process-dual-tranche-dollar-eurobond) · 1 Sep 2026, 3:46 PM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan has started the process for a benchmark US dollar-denominated dual-tranche Eurobond, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Tuesday. ## Part of a bigger story Other stories whose coverage resembles this one, nearest first. 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