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Italy Sells €20 Billion in 7‑Year and Green BTPs as Orders Top €265 Billion

Robust international take-up signals renewed confidence in Italy’s debt strategy.

Overview

  • The Treasury placed €15 billion of a new 7‑year BTP maturing March 15, 2033 at a 3.191% yield and €5 billion of a reopened BTP Green 2046 at a 4.158% yield.
  • Investor orders exceeded €265 billion, roughly 13.2 times the €20 billion offered in the dual‑tranche syndication.
  • The BTP‑Bund yield gap narrowed to about 64.6 basis points, its lowest level since 2008, reflecting improved market sentiment toward Italian debt.
  • Foreign buyers took about 80% of the 7‑year tranche and about 84% of the BTP Green, underscoring strong overseas and ESG demand.
  • Settlement is scheduled for January 15, with a BOT auction set for January 9 and a new 3‑year sale announced for January 13.