FUNDING STRATEGY

Customer deposits are the cornerstone of BAWAG Group’s funding strategy, reflecting the strength of our retail franchise. Together with mortgage and public‑sector covered bonds, customer‑related funding accounts for more than 90% of total financing. This stable funding base is complemented by a diversified wholesale funding approach.

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GROUP STRUCTURE

BAWAG P.S.K. is the Group’s primary issuing entity for senior secured and unsecured capital market instruments. Covered bond issuances are backed by our mortgage and public‑sector cover pools, both rated Aaa by Moody’s.

Capital‑related funding activities are executed directly at BAWAG Group level, ensuring a broad and efficient refinancing base. Our issuance strategy focuses on the targeted use of international benchmark transactions alongside private placements. Green bonds are an integral part of our funding strategy, supported by a €5.9 billion green use‑of‑proceeds portfolio and multiple benchmark issuances. 

RATINGS

BAWAG, the main operating subsidiary of BAWAG Group AG, is rated by Moody's Investors Service. See latest Press Release

CategoryMoody's ratingIssuerLast update
Long-term Senior Unsecured / Issuer RatingA1 (positive outlook) BAWAG P.S.K.21.05.2025
Long-term Bank Deposits RatingA1 (positive outlook) BAWAG P.S.K.21.05.2025
Short-term Issuer / Bank Deposits RatingP-1BAWAG P.S.K.21.05.2025
Baseline Credit Assessment (BCA)Baa1BAWAG P.S.K.21.05.2025
Senior Subordinate RatingBaa2BAWAG P.S.K.21.05.2025
Junior Senior Unsecured Debt RatingBaa1BAWAG P.S.K.21.05.2025
Public Sector Covered BondsAaaBAWAG P.S.K.21.05.2025
Mortgage Covered BondsAaaBAWAG P.S.K.21.05.2025
Additional Tier 1    Ba1  BAWAG Group AG18.03.2019
Senior Subordinate RatingBaa2BAWAG Group AG18.03.2019

FUNDING PROGRAMS

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