Amazon and Uber Achieve Record 149 Billion Euro Bond Issuance in European Markets

Amazon’s Sterling Bond Amazon issued its first sterling-denominated bond, marking its entry into the European market.
The company leveraged attractive interest terms to meet its high borrowing needs.
Uber’s Euro Bond Uber Technologies launched its first euro-denominated bond, targeting European investors.
The proceeds are earmarked for financing its artificial‑intelligence projects.
Other Participants and Total Issuance In addition to Amazon and Uber, four other firms joined the European bond market that day.
Bloomberg data show the total issuance reached 149 billion euros (about 173 billion dollars), placing it second only to the record set in 2025.
Expert Opinions Societe Generale credit strategist Juan Valencia said, “For companies, it makes sense to seek funds wherever they can find them.” He added that U.S.
firms are active in every market that offers good liquidity, and that the euro market is the best alternative to the U.S.
dollar.