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Edelweiss Financial Services Limited has announced a public issue of Secured Redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures aggregating up to ₹2,000 million (₹1,000 million base size plus a ₹1,000 million green shoe option), with a face value of ₹1,000 per NCD. The NCDs offer effective yields ranging from 9.50% to 11.00% per annum across twelve series, with tenures of 24, 36, 60, and 120 months and annual, monthly, or cumulative interest options. The issue is rated Crisil A+/Stable and opens on April 8, 2025, closing on April 24, 2025. At least 75% of the proceeds will be used to repay or prepay existing borrowings, with the remainder earmarked for general corporate purposes. The NCDs will be listed on BSE, with Trust Investment Advisors, Nuvama Wealth Management, and Tipsons Consultancy acting as lead managers.
For existing shareholders, this debt raise is primarily aimed at refinancing existing borrowings rather than diluting equity, which is neutral to EPS. However, the Crisil A+/Stable rating and attractive yields up to 11% could broaden Edelweiss's investor base, though the high coupon reflects the company's current credit profile and associated risk.