Question : Case Study: XYZ Ltd. - Raising Finance for Expansion
XYZ Ltd. is a growing company that manufactures electronic gadgets. The company has been successful in the market and is planning to expand its operations. To finance this expansion, XYZ Ltd. is considering various sources of business finance.
Questions : Debentures and Financial Instruments
XYZ Ltd. is considering issuing convertible debentures. What does "convertible" mean in this context?
Option 1: The debentures can be redeemed by the company
Option 2: The debentures can be exchanged for equity shares
Option 3: The debentures cannot be traded in the stock market
Option 4: The debentures have fixed interest rates
Correct Answer:
The debentures can be exchanged for equity shares
Solution : The correct answer is (b) The debentures can be exchanged for equity shares
Convertible debentures are a type of debt instrument that provides the debenture holder with the option to convert the debentures into equity shares of the issuing company at a predetermined conversion ratio and within a specified time frame. This conversion option allows the debenture holder to become a shareholder of the company, potentially benefiting from any future growth in the company's share value.