Merchantec Capital is a registered JSE Debt Sponsor, guiding issuers of debt and specialist securities through listings, documentation, and ongoing compliance with the JSE Debt and Specialist Securities (DSS) Listings Requirements.
JSE Debt Sponsor Services
What is a Debt Sponsor
Under the DSS Requirements, a Debt Sponsor has two core obligations: assisting issuers with applications for listing, including the preparation and submission of programme memoranda, placing documents, pricing supplements and supporting documentation, and providing ongoing advice on compliance with the DSS Requirements once listed.
As your Debt Sponsor, we are your primary interface with the JSE. We take full responsibility for ensuring all submissions are compliant before they reach the exchange, and we attend all JSE discussions on your behalf.
Our Debt Sponsor Services
LISTING & DOCUMENTATION
Preparation and submission of programme memoranda, placing documents, pricing supplements and all supporting documentation required for listing on the JSE Interest Rate Market.
DIRECTOR TRAINING & GOVERNANCE
Tailored training for directors and officers on their obligations under the DSS Requirements, the Companies Act, and relevant governance frameworks applicable to JSE debt issuers.
CONTINUING OBLIGATIONS ADVISORY
Ongoing advice and guidance on compliance with the JSE Debt and Specialist Securities Listings Requirements post-listing, including review of all required announcements and issuer communications.
SECURITIES WE COVER
- Plain debt securities
- Asset-backed securities
- Structured products
- Credit-linked notes
- Bonds and debentures
- Commercial paper programmes (DMTN and securitisation)
Specialist securities listed on the JSE Interest Rate Market
Listing Debt on the JSE and the Transition to ZARONIA
A practical guide covering JSE debt listing requirements, the full spectrum of listed debt instruments, and the JIBAR-to-ZARONIA benchmark transition, including a comparison table and timeline ahead of the 31 December 2026 deadline.
