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Supreme Court Quashes Yes Bank AT-1 Bond Write-Off, Impacting Capital Reserves

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What happened

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The Supreme Court dismissed Yes Bank's appeal against the write-off of ₹8,415 crore in Additional Tier-I (AT-1) bonds issued in March 2020, upholding the Bombay High Court's judgment. The ruling means Yes Bank faces a liability of ₹8,415 crore due to the reinstatement of the bonds. Yes Bank stated this decision is expected to erode its common equity tier-I (CET1) capital ratio by 250 basis points, including profits, as of June 30, 2026.

From livemint.com, thehindu.com

Why it matters

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The Supreme Court's decision reverses the AT-1 bond write-off that occurred after the Reserve Bank of India took control of the lender. This reinstatement of the bond principal directly impacts Yes Bank's core regulatory capital and financial stability, requiring the bank to review its legal options.

From livemint.com, thehindu.com

Who's involved

  • Reserve Bank of IndiaThe central bank that took control of the struggling lender and was involved in the initial rescue.
  • supreme courtThe highest court that dismissed Yes Bank's appeal, upholding the Bombay High Court's judgment.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • NomuraSpeculative

    Nomura might necessitate a revision of its financial analysis and target price following the liability increase.

  • Morgan StanleySpeculative

    Morgan Stanley might necessitate a revision of its investment ratings and market coverage.

  • Reserve Bank of IndiaSpeculative

    The Reserve Bank of India might require immediate oversight review due to the change in the bank's capital structure.

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How it developed

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  1. RBI takes control of Yes Bank while SC rules on bond write-off.1 source
  2. SC dismissed Yes Bank's appeal, upholding Bombay High Court's judgment.1 source

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