(English) Truist issues first social bond to advance environmental, social and governance focus

CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) demonstrated its commitment to corporate social responsibility by issuing its first social bond of $1.25 billion in aggregate principal amount. As part of the company’s multitiered environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy, the net proceeds from the issuance will support new and existing eligible social programs, including investments in affordable housing and enhancements…