Clearstream Opens Euro Channel to Connect Romanian Bond Market

Clearstream recently announced the opening of a Euro route to the Romanian bond market, allowing international investors to directly invest in EUR-denominated government and corporate bonds through its platform. By partnering with local depository BRD Groupe Société Générale and the Romanian central securities depository Depozitarul Central, Clearstream provides an efficient and cost-effective cross-border settlement and custody service. This new channel expands Clearstreams range of eligible investment instruments and offers investors access to a standardized infrastructure for seamless entry into the Romanian capital market.

Public statements from various stakeholders suggest that the primary objective of this initiative is to enhance liquidity in the Romanian bond market while increasing its visibility among international investors. BRD Groupe Société Générale emphasized that the collaboration with Clearstream aims to improve the accessibility of Romanian bonds, while Depozitarul Central noted that the inclusion of EUR-denominated bonds was based on market demand and direct feedback from investors. Additionally, this new channel provides broader support for bond issuance activities in sectors such as banking and energy.

Looking back at Clearstream‘s previous initiatives, the company included Romanian equities in its network as early as July 1, 2020, enabling international investors to invest in Romania’s equity assets through its system. This progressive collaboration reflects Clearstreams continued focus on the Romanian capital market. The newly introduced Euro bond route further complements its service offerings in Romania, enabling international investors to diversify their portfolios across a wider range of asset classes.