SABESP Secures $1.5B Loan, Prices $1.35B Blue Bonds for Sanitation Infrastructure Projects

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This filing details a substantial capital raise for SABESP, securing US$1.5 billion in loans and issuing US$1.35 billion in Blue Bonds. This significant financing is earmarked for critical infrastructure projects aimed at expanding and upgrading sanitation services in São Paulo. The successful pricing of the Blue Bonds at competitive rates demonstrates investor confidence in SABESP's long-term growth strategy and its commitment to environmental and social governance (ESG) initiatives, as indicated by the "Blue Bonds" designation. This capital infusion is crucial for the company to meet its universalization targets and supports its operational stability and future development.

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• Secured $1.5 Billion Loan Agreement

  The company entered into a loan agreement with the Inter-American Investment Corporation for a total amount of US$1.5 billion, divided into an A Loan of US$150 million and a B Loan of US$1.35 billion.

• Priced $1.35 Billion Blue Bonds

  US$1.35 billion in Blue Bonds were priced, consisting of two tranches: US$850 million due 2031 at 5.750% and US$500 million due 2036 at 6.500%. These bonds will be listed on the Euro MTF market of the Luxembourg Stock Exchange.

• Funds for Sanitation Infrastructure

  The proceeds from the transaction will be used to fund projects related to the universalization of basic sanitation services in the State of São Paulo, including the construction and upgrading of sewage treatment facilities and the expansion of collection systems.

• Expected Closing Date

  The issuance of the Blue Bonds and the incurrence of the Loans are expected to occur on February 3, 2026, subject to customary conditions precedent.

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This filing details a substantial capital raise for SABESP, securing US$1.5 billion in loans and issuing US$1.35 billion in Blue Bonds. This significant financing is earmarked for critical infrastructure projects aimed at expanding and upgrading sanitation services in São Paulo. The successful pricing of the Blue Bonds at competitive rates demonstrates investor confidence in SABESP's long-term growth strategy and its commitment to environmental and social governance (ESG) initiatives, as indicated by the "Blue Bonds" designation. This capital infusion is crucial for the company to meet its universalization targets and supports its operational stability and future development.