Escont Partners: Bond Available in Croatia with Eight Percent Annual Interest

In Croatia, the most common forms of savings and investments are bank deposits and real estate, while other types of investments often seem too complex for the average investor. However, in the past year, a new opportunity has emerged in the market that could capture the attention of all investors: corporate bonds.

The issuance of bonds is a complex and demanding process that involves a series of financial and operational steps. Escont Partners is the first and currently the only advisor of this kind in Croatia, providing support to small and medium-sized enterprises to make their bonds available to the general public.

New Market Option: An Opportunity for Investors Seeking More

Corporate bonds are registered securities through which SMEs have enabled the general public to invest directly for the first time, without intermediaries. This has also given small investors the opportunity to access a market that was previously intended only for professionals and large investors.

The public offering of Qela bonds in the amount of 3 million euros has been successfully concluded, and a new round of issuance is currently open, conducted by Koykan – a well-known Croatian street food brand with a growing business in the region. It is important to emphasize that Escont Partners does not issue bonds, does not solicit investments, nor does it raise capital. Their role is strictly advisory, focusing on process preparation, education, and ensuring compliance.

Who Can Invest? And What Exactly Does “8% Annually” Mean?

Investors who wish to explore this option should know the following:

– This is a corporate bond with a fixed annual yield of 8%

– The minimum investment is €1,000

– SKDD creates the bonds and registers them in the investors’ accounts

– Interest is paid semi-annually, while the bond matures after 3 years

Although this form of investment offers a significantly higher yield than traditional instruments, it also carries a higher level of risk. Therefore, it is crucial for the investor to understand the investment terms, the business model, and the financial stability of the issuer.

What is the Role of Escont Partners?

Escont Partners brings together a team of experts who support companies in issuing their own securities and in transparent communication with investors. They provide professional assistance in all phases of the process, from financial analysis and bond creation to consulting on promotional materials, marketing activities, and operational management of the process.

Caveat and Legal Security

It is important to distinguish between the promotion of financial instruments and objective information about them. Escont Partners, in its role as an advisor, does not solicit investments, and every investment decision remains solely with the investor, based on their own analysis and available information.

A New Opportunity, but with Knowledge and Responsibility

Investing in corporate bonds, especially of domestic companies, can represent an attractive way to diversify an investor’s portfolio. Escont Partners provides structure and support to issuers in the bond issuance process, along with education and activities that promote transparency, so that investors have as much necessary information as possible for their own responsible decision-making in one of the few alternative opportunities currently available in the Croatian market.

Where to Learn More About the Current Offer?

For anyone considering whether this method of investment is suitable for them and who wants additional information about the Koykan bond, including financial documents, the bond model, and contact with the issuer, information is available on the official website.