Adani Ports makes a splash in bond market after two-year hiatus

Adani Ports has decided to enter the market after the period of two years and has accepted the bids of over Rs 5 billion.

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Making a landmark in India's financial landscape, Adani Ports, India's largest private port operator, on Tuesday has re-entered the bond market after a two-year of absence. This signals confidence in the company's prospects and potentially a broader market recovery.

According to the information, the company has successfully accepted bids worth Rs 5 billion ($60.2 million) for two listed bonds, exceeding their initial target, with one maturing in five years and other in 10 at coupons of 7.80% and 7.90%, respectively. This demonstrates strong investor appetite for Adani Ports' debt, despite recent controversies surrounding the Adani Group.

The decision by the company has been taken soon after the verdict by the Supreme Court in Hindenburg’s report against Adani Group, where the bench has ruled that company will not go under any addition investigation other than ongoing SEBI’s probe.

Experts also anticipate that the raised funds will primarily be used to refinance existing debt, indicating a strategic move to manage borrowing costs and potentially improve financial stability. While the bond issue seems successful, the Adani Group remains under scrutiny due to allegations of financial irregularities. 

Adani Ports, operating 13 ports and terminals in the country, earlier last week expressed its intention to raise up to Rs 50 billion by issuing bonds in the coming months, mainly to refinance its existing debt.

This move could signal increased activity in the Indian bond market, potentially boosting investor confidence and liquidity. However, the Adani Group's overall situation remains to be monitored, as any negative developments could dampen market sentiment and impact future borrowing activities.