Standard Chartered announces $77.5bn debt issuance programme

Standard Chartered PLC (HKEX:2888) has announced the publication of a prospectus relating to a U.S.$77,500,000,000 debt issuance programme. Approved by the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority, the programme features both Standard Chartered PLC and Standard Chartered Bank as issuers. The full prospectus is accessible online, and a copy has been submitted to the National Storage Mechanism for inspection. The announcement clarifies that the information is intended for specific addressees and is not for distribution in the United States. The Notes offered have not been registered under the United States Securities Act of 1933 and are subject to US tax law requirements. Contact details for Debt Investor Relations and Group Media Relations are provided in the announcement.