We hereby inform that Credit Rating received from CRISIL Ratings Limited and Infomerics Valuation and Rating Ltd. Detailed Letter is enclosed.
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SEPC Limited has informed exchanges that both CRISIL and Infomerics have sharply downgraded its credit ratings. CRISIL cut the long-term bank facility rating from BB+/Negative to D and the short-term rating from A4+ to D. Infomerics similarly downgraded long-term facilities from BB+/Negative to IVR D and short-term facilities from A4+ to IVR D. A 'D' rating is the lowest grade on the scale and signals that the company is in or near default on its debt obligations. This is a multi-notch collapse from a speculative-grade rating straight into default territory, happening on the same day from two agencies.
This is a very serious negative event for shareholders. A 'D' rating typically means lenders classify the company's loans as stressed, which can trigger tighter borrowing terms, higher interest costs, or even recall of facilities. The stock is likely to face sharp selling pressure, and the company's ability to raise new funds or continue normal operations may be severely impacted.