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Bajaj Housing Finance Ltd (BHFL) has allotted non-convertible debentures (NCDs) aggregating ₹10.06 billion (₹1,006 crore), a regulatory filing stated. The decision is part of the company's continued effort to diversify its funding sources and supplement its growing housing and mortgage lending book.
Key Terms of the NCD Issue
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Instrument: Secured, rated, listed Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs)
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Aggregate Value: ₹10.06 billion
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Purpose: For funding long-term lending, refinancing debt, and for liquidity buffers
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Investor Profile: Subscribed most likely by institutional investors, mutual funds, and pension funds
About Bajaj Housing Finance Ltd
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Parent Company: Bajaj Finance Ltd
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Business Focus: Home loans, loan against property, and developer financing
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Credit Rating: AAA (Stable) by CRISIL and ICRA
FY24 Highlights:
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AUM crossed ₹85,000 crore
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Net profit increased 28% YoY
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GNPA was below 0.2%, indicating healthy asset quality
Strategic Outlook
The NCD matter comes amid growing demand for affordable housing and refinancing activity in Indian real estate sector. Powered by a better credit profile and a sound capital adequacy, BHFL is expected to expand its presence in salaried as well as self-employed borrower segments further.
Sources: Business Standard, Moneycontrol, Bajaj Housing Finance – Official Website
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