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Bajaj Housing Finance Ltd has announced the allotment of Secured Redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) totaling ₹2,000.6723 crore. The NCDs come with an annual coupon rate of 8.25% and a tenure of about 5 years.
This issuance provides Bajaj Housing Finance with substantial capital to support its business operations and lending activities. The funds will help manage its asset-liability mismatch and ensure long-term financial stability.
The NCDs are secured by a first pari-passu charge on the company's book debts and loan receivables. The security cover is 1.00 times the aggregate outstanding value, offering investors assurance.
As a subsidiary of Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Housing Finance is a key player in the housing finance sector, offering home loans and loans against property. Access to debt markets is vital for its business model, which involves borrowing to fund lending.
This capital infusion positions Bajaj Housing Finance to potentially expand its loan portfolio and meet the growing demand for housing finance in India. The company will manage these funds according to its business plan, focusing on growth and profitability.
While this is a standard funding exercise, investors may wish to monitor the company's asset quality and its capacity to service this debt, particularly in the current rising interest rate environment.
Other housing finance companies also regularly raise funds through NCDs and similar instruments to support their expansion.
The NCDs have a tenure of 1,826 days and mature on May 27, 2031. Interest payments are scheduled annually starting May 27, 2027.
Future tracking for investors should include Bajaj Housing Finance's loan growth figures, asset quality reports, and profitability metrics in its upcoming quarterly results.