CT REIT Issues C$300M Bond — 5.5-Year Debt at +115bps
CT REIT has issued a C$300 million bond with a 5.5-year term, priced at a spread of +115 basis points. The deal gives the Canadian real estate investment trust fresh long-term capital to fund its property portfolio and operations.
The issuance reflects CT REIT's broader strategy to optimise its capital structure and lock in stable financing. Current market conditions appear to have offered favourable terms, allowing the company to access debt markets at competitive pricing.
CT REIT — the real estate arm of Canadian Tire Corporation — manages a portfolio of primarily retail and mixed-use properties across Canada. The trust has been steadily accessing debt markets; its last major issuance was a C$250 million debenture in November 2023. This new C$300M bond adds to the company's existing liabilities and will be serviced through operating cash flows.
The transaction underscores CT REIT's ability to access capital markets at favourable terms — a key factor in its operational flexibility and long-term sustainability.
Source: ainvest.com