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Italy Launches New 7-Year BTP Valore With Step-Up Coupons for Retail Buyers, Sale Runs Oct. 20–24

The Treasury will set the minimum coupon and ISIN on Oct. 17 with scope to adjust to market conditions.

Overview

  • The bond pays quarterly coupons that rise over time under a “3+2+2” structure, a first for this product line.
  • Investors who buy during the placement window and hold to maturity receive a 0.8% loyalty bonus on face value.
  • Subscription is limited to retail savers via enabled home banking, banks or post offices with a €1,000 minimum, issued at par and without fees during placement.
  • Analysts expect an effective gross yield around 3.4%–3.5% to remain competitive with seven-year BTPs trading near 3.0%–3.2% gross on the secondary market.
  • Market simulations point to more generous coupons late in the term—about 2.5%, then 3.5%, then 4.5% across the 3+2+2 years—implying roughly 3.45% gross including the loyalty bonus.