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Fitch Downgrades Purvankara Projects Credit Rating

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Fitch, a leading credit rating agency, has downgraded the credit ratings of Indian real estate developer Purvankara Projects and its debt program due to the challenging housing environment and financial constraints faced by the company. The rating was downgraded by one notch, with the long-term debt being revised to 'BBB' from A- and placed on Rating Watch Negative (RWN). This indicates that the ratings could be further downgraded or remain at the current level. Fitch's downgrading of the Indian real estate sector's outlook for 2009 continues to remain negative, citing the tough housing environment and its expectation of a more challenging downturn than previously anticipated.

Key Takeaways:

  • Fitch downgraded the credit ratings of Purvankara Projects and its debt program by one notch due to financial constraints and a challenging housing environment.
  • The long-term debt was revised to 'BBB' from A- and placed on Rating Watch Negative (RWN), indicating a possible further downgrade or stability at the current level.
  • The downgrading of the Indian real estate sector's outlook for 2009 remains negative due to a tough housing environment.
  • The company's profit margin, credit profile, and cash flow continue to face pressure due to the challenging housing environment.
  • Purvankara Projects requires refinancing to service its existing debt obligations, highlighting liquidity risks.
  • The company is a leading real estate developer in south India, with a presence in Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Cochin, and Mysore.

Statistics:

  • Fitch downgraded the credit ratings of Purvankara Projects by one notch.
  • The long-term debt was revised to 'BBB' from A-.
  • The debt program is worth Rs 500 crore (US$105.44 million).
  • Purvankara Projects has 125.17 million square feet available for development across various locations.
  • The company faces liquidity risks due to the need for refinancing to service existing debt obligations.
  • Fitch expects the housing environment to be more challenging than previously anticipated in 2009.

Sources:

  • Fitch ( Release )
  • PTI ( New Delhi, May 21 )

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