A. M. The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) announced a new reduction in its interest rates, adjusting downward by 15 basis points the margin applicable to sovereign public sector operations under the variable margin interest rate scheme. This reduction will also benefit new public sector operations without sovereign guarantee under the same financial scheme.
The measure, which became effective on june 1, represents a significant financial relief for CABEI member countries, positively impacting 126 current operations. These operations comprise loans already disbursed, approved credits awaiting execution and new approvals contemplated in the 2025 Annual Plan, with a combined portfolio more than US$15.6 billion.
CABEI Executive President Gisela Sánchez explained that the rate reduction is the result of an active and diversified financial strategy, which has allowed the bank to optimize its funding costs. In 2024, CABEI reached a historic milestone by attracting more than US$2.9 billion, the highest annual volume in its history. By 2025, funding for the year is practically assured under even more favorable conditions.
Among the most significant operations was the US$1.5 billion global Benchmark issue, CABEI’s largest ever, as well as its first foray into the United Kingdom’s Sterling Market with a placement of GBP750.0 million (US$931.1 million). These transactions reflect the Bank’s financial soundness and the confidence of international investors, backed by its “AA” rating.
This rate reduction is part of CABEI’s renewed Financial Strategy, which seeks, with technical rigor, to optimize costs by diversifying maturities, markets, and instruments. To date, the Bank has executed more than 185 bond issues in 24 markets and 27 different currencies, while guaranteeing its long-term institutional sustainability.
Sánchez concluded that these achievements not only strengthen CABEI as an institution, but also translate into tangible benefits for member countries. “We will continue working to consolidate our position as the main source of multilateral financing in the region, supporting projects that promote sustainable developmen”, he said.
