Background on CFE Fibra E and its Significance
CFE Fibra E, a subsidiary of Mexico’s state-owned electric utility company, Centro Federal de Comercialización de Energía (CFE), recently received an international award for its groundbreaking bond issuance. This recognition underscores the company’s ability to attract global investments for electric infrastructure development in Mexico.
The Award-Winning Bond Issuance
On September 11, 2025, CFE Fibra E issued a $725 million bond in the international market. This issuance was honored by Global Banking & Markets (GBM) as one of the most innovative in Latin America and the Caribbean for 2025.
The GBM Awards have been presented annually since 2014, acknowledging the most innovative financial transactions conducted by governments, corporations, financial institutions, and other entities worldwide.
Key Achievements of the Bond Issuance
- The bond issuance was a regional benchmark due to its high demand nearing $6.4 billion, almost ten times the initial announced amount.
- Approximately 240 investors from 32 countries participated in the issuance.
- CFE Fibra E secured favorable financial terms, similar to those of CFE, despite being a new issuer.
Market Confidence and Strategic Plans
This award also reflects the market’s confidence in Mexico’s electric infrastructure, CFE’s proven performance in managing this infrastructure, and the strategic plans for the National Electric System (SEN) by Presidenta Dr. Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo.
GBM Awards Ceremony
The GBM Awards: Latin America & Caribbean 2026 ceremony will take place on February 26, 2026, during the annual Global Banking & Markets Latin America & Caribbean event, which brings together key players in the region’s financial and infrastructure sectors.
CFECapital’s Commitment to Financial Solutions
CFECapital reaffirms its dedication to creating robust financial solutions that drive the modernization and expansion of Mexico’s electric infrastructure.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is CFE Fibra E? CFE Fibra E is a subsidiary of Centro Federal de Comercialización de Energía (CFE), Mexico’s state-owned electric utility company, focused on developing electric infrastructure.
- What was the significance of the bond issuance? The $725 million bond issuance by CFE Fibra E was recognized as one of the most innovative in Latin America and the Caribbean for 2025 by Global Banking & Markets.
- Why is this award important? The award highlights CFE Fibra E’s capability to attract global investments for electric infrastructure development in Mexico and reflects market confidence in the country’s electric infrastructure.
- What does this mean for Mexico’s electric sector? This recognition supports the strategic plans for the National Electric System (SEN) by Presidenta Dr. Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo and underscores CFE’s proven performance in managing electric infrastructure.
