Greater choice in the Norwegian bond market
The Norwegian bond market is on the verge of a positive shift. With new players offering account operator and trustee services within Euronext Securities Oslo (VPS), the market will gain greater flexibility and more opportunities. This will contribute to a more open and adaptable bond market, as well as increased competition – to the benefit of both issuers and investors.
Registrar Services and Trustee Services for Bonds
Equro is now expanding its range of services and will offer Registrar services for bonds in VPS. This means that issuers can choose Equro as their account operator – regardless of which trustee they collaborate with.
CSC is a global provider of corporate and trustee services, with solid experience in the Norwegian market and around 20 employees at its Oslo office. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide, CSC operates across more than 140 countries, assisting issuers across borders and time zones.
Together, Equro and CSC represent a new combination that brings greater choice and more tailored solutions to the Norwegian bond market. In addition, issuers will be able to combine services across providers as needed.
From a Single Model to Multiple Options
Historically, the Norwegian bond market has been characterised by a limited number of providers. This has offered stability but has also restricted issuers’ freedom of choice.
With both Equro and CSC now strengthening their offerings towards the bond market, new opportunities for flexible and customised solutions are emerging. Issuers can now select the combination of roles and providers that best suits their structure and preferences.
A More Dynamic Market
More providers with different strengths pave the way for:
· Greater flexibility in role selection and service offering
· Better adaptation to various issuer scenarios
· Improved competition and more attractive pricing
· A more robust and accessible market for both Norwegian and international participants
A Shared Goal: More Freedom of Choice
Equro and CSC are committed to supporting the development of a more open and competitive bond market. Our collaboration is one of several new initiatives enabling issuers to choose the solutions that best meet their needs.
Want to learn more about what this development means for you?
We would be happy to discuss it – whether you are an issuer, advisor, or investor.