Jana Small Finance Bank to raise up to ₹250 crore via issue of non-convertible debentures

One of India’s leading small finance banks, Jana Small Finance Bank Ltd, on Thursday (October 9) announced that its board of directors has approved the raising of capital through the issuance of non-convertible debentures (NCDs).

The proposed issue will comprise rated, listed, unsecured, subordinated, callable and fully paid non-convertible debentures, categorized as Lower Tier II Capital in accordance with the Basel II capital adequacy framework. The NCDs will be issued in a single series on a private placement basis to one or more potential eligible investors.

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The total issue size is up to ₹250 crore, and the NCDs are proposed to be listed on BSE Limited. The duration of the instrument, as well as details on the coupon, interest payment schedule and maturity date, will be determined by the board of directors.

As the proposed issue is not guaranteed, no charge will be created on the assets. The bank also confirmed that no special rights, interests or privileges attach to the instrument.

Shares of Jana Small Finance Bank Ltd ended at ₹478.00, down ₹1.75, or 0.36%, on the BSE.

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