Emirates NBD Bank issued a $500M Sustainability-Linked Loan Bond, marking a new trend in ESG finance.

Nasdaq Dubai has listed the world's first $500 million Sustainability-Linked Loan Financing Bond (SLLB) by Emirates NBD Bank, issued under a new global framework. Rated A2/A+ and maturing in 2029, the bond reflects strong investor interest and boosts Nasdaq Dubai's total bond listings to $5.77 billion. Proceeds will finance the bank's sustainability-linked loans, indicating a growing trend in ESG-focused financial instruments.