▪It is a debt instrument convertible into equity shares by issuer Company at after certain period.
▪If investor chooses to convert its ZCCN into equity shares, he has to forego his entire accrued & unpaid interest. Since this instrument doesn‟t carry past obligations like accrued & unpaid interest at time of conversion into equity, therefore, it is known as Zero Coupon Convertible Notes.
▪Generally issued with put option (right to sell) to the investors. Advantages to the issuer is the raising of convertible debt without heavy dilution of equity.
▪Since the investors give up acquired interest by exercise of conversion option, the conversion option may not be exercised.
Benefits to the Issuer Company and investors: This instrument reduces the financial burden (i. e. accrued and unpaid interest) of the Company. This instrument also reduces the burden of payment of principal amount after certain period (at the time of maturity).
Investor gains in event of appreciation in value of the equity shares. Even if appreciation doesn‟t materialize, the investor has the benefit of steady stream of implied income. If the instrument is issued with put option, the investor can resell the securities to the investor.
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