Adani Green Energy Completes Funding for USD 750 Million Holdco Bond Redemption
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Strategic Move Paves the Way for AGEL’s Ambitious Growth Plans
In big news from Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), the company has successfully secured funding to redeem its USD 750 million Holdco Bond. This move marks a significant milestone in AGEL’s journey towards financial stability and achieving its ambitious growth targets.
Funding Sources and Timeline
AGEL secured funds through various channels:
- TotalEnergies Joint Venture Proceeds: AGEL received $300 million in the Senior Debt Redemption Account (SDRA) on January 3, 2024.
- Promoter Preferential Allotment: Shareholders approved a preferential allotment of INR 9,350 Crore (approximately $1.125 billion) on January 18, 2024. Of this, promoters infused INR 2,338 Crore (around $281 million) into AGEL on January 25, 2024.
- Reserve Accounts: The remaining amount, totaling $169 million, was accumulated in the Debt Service Reserve Account, Hedge Reserves, and Interest on Reserve Account.
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Debt Retirement and Bond Defeasance
The funds were allocated to the Senior Debt Redemption Account and other reserve accounts of the Holdco Notes. According to the terms outlined in the Project Account Deed, withdrawals from these accounts can only be used to repay, prepay, or purchase any Senior Debt, including the principal due under the Holdco Notes. With the reserves fully funded, the Holdco Notes stand defeased, eight months ahead of their maturity date.
Strategic Implications
The successful completion of the equity capital raise program, totaling $1.425 billion, reflects the strong interest from long-term investors and strategic partners. This capital infusion underscores the unwavering commitment of AGEL’s promoters towards realizing the company’s strategic priorities, notably achieving a target of 45 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity by 2030.
AGEL’s accomplishment in securing funding for the Holdco Bond redemption not only strengthens its financial position but also instills confidence in its stakeholders. With a clear path forward, AGEL is poised to continue its trajectory toward sustainable growth and leadership in the renewable energy sector.
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