Italy sells EUR 2.5bln vs exp. EUR 2-2.5bln 2.20% 2028 BTP Short Term & EUR 2.0bln vs exp. EUR 1.5-2bln 1.10% 2031, 1.80% 2036 BTPei

• 2.20% 2028: b/c 1.62x (prev. 1.64x) & average yield 2.16% (prev. 2.26%)
• 1.10% 2031: b/c 1.75x (prev. 1.67x) & real yield 0.84% (prev. 0.94%)
• 1.80% 2036: b/c 1.74x (prev. 1.68x) & real yield 1.51% (prev. 1.72%)

Italy's bond auction had relatively strong demand, with bid-to-cover ratios indicating healthy interest, albeit slightly lower than prior auctions. The slight decrease in average yields suggests some easing in investor confidence regarding future rates, which may impact perceptions of Italy's fiscal health and borrowing costs. Overall, the auction results reflect a nuanced demand landscape that could influence bond supply dynamics in the Eurozone.