Union Bank of India approves ₹20,000 crore fund raising via bonds
Union Bank of India's Committee of Directors approved raising up to ₹20,000 crore via Long-Term Bonds for infrastructure and affordable housing. They may raise ₹7,500 crore with a 10-year tenor before March 31, 2026. Issuance of Green Bonds/Sustainable Bonds up to ₹5,000 crore was also approved.
The fundraising of ₹20,000 crore is substantial and can impact the bank's financial leverage and ability to fund growth initiatives. The specific allocation to infrastructure and affordable housing suggests a strategic focus.
The company announced a significant fundraising plan through bonds, which is generally positive for a bank's growth and operational capacity.
Union Bank of India announced that its Committee of Directors for fund raising (Non-Capital) met on March 16, 2026. The committee approved the issuance of Long-Term Bonds amounting up to ₹20,000 crore in one or more tranches for financing infrastructure and affordable housing, as per the Board-approved plan.
Out of this amount, the bank may explore opportunities to raise ₹7,500 crore (Base Issue - ₹3,000 crore + Green shoe option - ₹4,500 crore) with a tenor of 10 years before March 31, 2026. Additionally, the committee approved the issuance of Green Bonds/Sustainable Bonds amounting up to ₹5,000 crore in one or more tranches.
The Board meeting commenced at 10:00 A.M. and concluded at 10:20 A.M. on March 16, 2026.
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