Lack of triple-B supply and global roots support Holcim’s domestic return
- Wednesday, 14 June 2017
In the wake of its first domestic deal in more than two years, Holcim Finance Australia (Holcim)’s lead managers attest to the strength of international and domestic demand for this issuer. They suggest momentum was helped by the limited volume of triple-B-band issuance during 2017 as well as the global name and positioning of Holcim’s parent and guarantor, LafargeHolcim.
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