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Embassy REIT Secures ₹1,550 Crore Debt at Four-Year Low

Embassy REIT Secures ₹1,550 Crore Debt at Four-Year Low

Time of India3 days ago
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Embassy Office Parks REIT successfully raised ₹1,550 crore through NCDs and term loans to refinance existing debt, projecting annual interest savings of 113 bps. The NCD issuance, priced at a competitive 6.97%, saw strong institutional demand. This strategic move supports Embassy REIT's balance sheet management and positions it for future growth, reflecting investor confidence in India's commercial real estate sector.
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