Orient Press Limited has informed the Exchange about Circular of Fixed Deposit.
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Orient Press Limited has submitted a circular to the exchange inviting fixed deposits from its members/shareholders under Section 73(2) of the Companies Act, 2013. The company is offering 9% interest per annum for both 2-year and 3-year tenure, with a minimum deposit of ₹50,000 in multiples of ₹10,000. The deposits are unsecured and can be raised up to ₹2,213.36 lakhs, with ₹800 lakhs proposed to be raised in the current scheme (valid until September 30, 2026). The deposits carry a CARE BB; Stable credit rating, indicating a sub-investment grade. The company has 133 existing depositors with ₹748.60 lakhs in outstanding fixed deposits as of March 31, 2025.
The 9% fixed deposit rate is comparable to bank FD rates, but the CARE BB rating signals higher credit risk. Shareholders should note that the company has reported losses in each of the last three financial years (FY23: ₹338.51 lakhs loss, FY24: ₹106.15 lakhs loss, FY25: ₹277.85 lakhs loss) and has a very weak interest coverage ratio below 1, meaning earnings don't cover interest expenses. While the offer may be attractive for loyal shareholders, the underlying financial weakness warrants caution.