Question : Case Study: PQR Enterprises - Funding Strategies for Diversification
PQR Enterprises is a well-established conglomerate planning to diversify its business operations. The company is evaluating various sources of business finance to support its diversification plans.
Questions : Debentures and Financial Instruments
PQR Enterprises is considering issuing IDR. What purpose does an IDR serve?
Option 1: It raises funds in the domestic market
Option 2: It allows foreign companies to invest in India
Option 3: It enables Indian companies to raise funds abroad
Option 4: It ensures dividend payments to preference shareholders
Correct Answer: It enables Indian companies to raise funds abroad
Solution : The correct answer is (c) It enables Indian companies to raise funds abroad
IDR stands for Indian Depository Receipts. An IDR is a financial instrument denominated in Indian Rupees and issued by a domestic depository in India. It allows Indian companies to raise funds from international investors in the form of depository receipts. This mechanism enables Indian companies to tap into international capital markets without directly listing their shares on foreign exchanges.