CRISIL Criteria for Rating Hybrid Instruments Issued by NBFCs/HFCs. December 2016

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CRISIL Criteria for Rating Hybrid Instruments Issued by NBFCs/HFCs December 2016

Criteria contacts Pawan Agrawal Chief Analytical Officer CRISIL Ratings Email: pawan.agrawal@crisil.com Somasekhar Vemuri Senior Director Rating Criteria and Product Development Email: somasekhar.vemuri@crisil.com Sameer Charania Director Rating Criteria and Product Development Email: sameer.charania@crisil.com In case of any feedback or queries, you may write to us at Criteria.feedback@crisil.com 2

Executive summary Non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) and housing finance companies (HFCs) have been raising additional capital through perpetual debt instruments or upper Tier-II bonds (referred to as hybrid instruments) since fiscal 2009. The hybrid instruments of NBFCs and HFCs have risk features similar to those of upper Tier-II bonds issued by under Basel II. These instruments carry added risks, because they are restricted from debt servicing if capital adequacy ratio (CAR) falls below the regulator-stipulated minimum. Also, in the event of losses or insufficient profits, NBFCs and HFCs are required to seek the approval of their regulators, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and National Housing Bank (NHB), respectively, to service these instruments. The rating on hybrid instruments starts with assessment of the credit quality of the NBFC or HFC through the corporate credit rating (CCR) that is normally the same as the rating assigned to its senior bonds, bank loan facilities or lower Tier-II bonds. The hybrid instruments are then tested for the additional risks to determine whether the ratings should be the same as, or lower than, the CCR. Till recently, the extent of notch down from the CCR was higher for NBFCs than for, given the potential risk that regulatory approval for debt servicing may not be as easily forthcoming for NBFCs as for. However, CRISIL now believes the notch down for NBFCs can be lower, or closer to the framework used for bank hybrids: that is because of the increasing systemic importance of NBFCs, measures to align their regulatory framework with those of, and recent instances of NBFCs receiving regulatory approval for servicing their hybrid instruments even in the event of losses. CRISIL s rating criteria factors in the additional risks by evaluating the cushion in CAR that NBFCs and HFCs maintain over the regulator-specified minimum, their expected growth rates over the near to medium term, and financial flexibility. Scope This criteria document covers the rating methodology for hybrid instruments that can be issued by NBFCs and HFCs in India. Background and comparison with Basel II The features of hybrid instruments that can be issued by NBFCs/HFCs are broadly similar to those of upper Tier-II bonds issued by under Basel II, and are subordinated to depositors and general creditors (as Table 1 indicates). 3

Table 1: Comparison of the features of hybrid instruments Maturity Seniority of claims Deferability Capital treatment Regulatory requirements for Banks (Upper Tier II Instruments) Minimum maturity of 15 years Perpetual Supercede those of investors in instruments eligible for Tier-I capital, but subordinated to the claims of all other creditors Servicing of these instruments to be deferred if CAR is below or such payment results in CAR falling/remaining below regulatory minimum Upper Tier-II instruments and other Tier-II capital should not exceed 100% of Tier-I capital CAR is to exceed the regulator-specified minimum NBFCs (Perpetual Debt Instruments) Claims of holders of these instruments will supercede those of equity shareholders, but subordinated to the claims of all other creditors Tier II Instruments for Eligible for inclusion as Tier-1 capital up to 15% of the Tier-I capital. The quantum of hybrids in excess of the above will be treated as Tier-II capital within the eligible limits. Tier II instruments for HFCs (Upper Tier-II Bonds) Tier II instruments for Tier II instruments for Tier II Instruments for Tier II Instruments for Tier II instruments for making interest/dividend and In the event of losses, all debt Tier II In the event of losses, all principal payments** servicing will need RBI instruments for debt servicing will need approval NHB approval **The risk of non-payment of principal and interest on these instruments is linked to the CAR of NBFCs/HFCs falling below regulatory minimum threshold. Payment on these instruments also requires regulatory approval in the event of a loss. Closer alignment of notch down framework for bank hybrids CRISIL s criteria for upper Tier-II instruments for stipulates a notch down by 0-3 notches from the CCR, depending on factors such as current and expected Tier-I and total CAR of the bank, the regulator-specified minimum, and ability to raise capital (refer to CRISIL s Rating Criteria for Hybrid Capital in Banks) While the hybrid instruments of NBFCs and HFCs have features similar to the upper Tier-II instruments of, the notch down framework differed till recently. That was primarily because in the event of losses, regulatory approval may be accorded to NBFCs and HFCs on a selective basis for servicing these instruments, even if the CAR exceeded the regulatory requirement. Numerous developments in recent years, however, indicate a need for closer alignment of the notch down framework for NBFCs and HFCs to that of the upper Tier-II instruments of : 4

1. NBFCs have grown considerably in size and scale, and therefore, gained in importance in the financial system. 2. The regulator, RBI, has also sought to increasingly align the regulatory framework for NBFCs with that of. In November 2014, RBI introduced changes such the following, in the regulatory guidelines for NBFCs: NPA recognition norms were revised to 90+ days past due [dpd] by March 2018, from 180+ dpd earlier in a phased manned Minimum Tier-I capital requirement for deposit accepting NBFCs (NBFC-Ds) and systemically important non-deposit accepting NBFC (NBFC-ND-SIs) was raised to 10% by March 2017 from 7.5% earlier Provisioning on standard assets was increased to 0.40% by end March 2018 from 0.25% earlier. RBI has also allowed a leading NBFC that reported losses, but had maintained CAR above the regulator-specified minimum, to service its hybrid instruments. CRISIL, therefore, believes most NBFCs will get the regulator s approval to service their hybrid instruments even in the event of losses, subject to maintaining CAR above the regulatory requirement. The notch down framework for hybrid instruments issued by NBFCs has, therefore, been aligned closer to that used in rating bank hybrids. Methodology for rating hybrid instruments of NBFCs and HFCs Rating on lower Tier-II instruments CRISIL s rating criteria on hybrid instruments to be issued by NBFCs and HFCs starts with an assessment of their credit quality as indicated by their ability to meet obligations. Lower Tier-II bonds (usually referred to as subordinate debt) issued by NBFCs and HFCs have no restrictions on servicing these instruments linked to their CAR or profitability, and therefore have no loss absorption capacity. The rating on these instruments is, therefore, equated to the CCR of the NBFC or HFC. The methodology for arriving at the CCR of NBFCs and HFCs is based on a comprehensive study of the risks involved in their business; these include industry risk, business risk, financial risk, and management risk. Business risk is analysed using the parameters of market position, asset quality management (risk management) and resources. Financial risk is analysed using parameters such as capital adequacy, earnings profile, and liquidity and asset liability management (refer to CRISIL s Criteria for Finance Companies). Support of parent or group is also factored in to arrive at the CCR: parent/group support is assessed by evaluating the economic rationale and moral obligation of the parent to support the subsidiary (refer to CRISIL s Criteria for Notching up Standalone Rating of Companies Based on Parent Support). Analysing risks associated with other hybrid instruments of NBFCs and HFCs The hybrid instruments are then evaluated for inherent risks such as the following: Risks associated with CAR falling below the regulator-specified minimum: NBFCs and HFCs have to maintain CAR (15% for NBFCs and 12% for HFCs currently) as specified by the regulator. If CAR falls below the regulatory requirement, the companies may not be allowed to service their hybrid instruments even if they 5

have adequate resources to do so. As per CRISIL s criteria on recognition of default, an event resulting in nonservicing of hybrid instruments on a timely basis constitutes default. Risk associated with servicing instruments in the event of loss: NBFCs and HFCs will need to get approval from RBI or NHB respectively to service their hybrid instruments in the event of losses, even though their CAR meets the regulatory requirement. In recent years, RBI has permitted several and a leading NBFC to service their regulatory capital instruments despite reporting losses. The approvals were granted where the CAR exceeded the regulatory requirement (9% for, 15% for NBFCs). It is, therefore, likely that RBI/NHB will allow most NBFCs and HFCs to service these instruments even in the event of losses or inadequate profits, subject to maintaining CAR as stipulated. The primary risk in hybrid instruments is, therefore, of non-payment if CAR falls below the regulatory requirement in the event of loss. Framework for rating hybrid instruments of NBFCs and HFCs CRISIL s rating of hybrid instruments begins with assessment of the CCR, or rating on the lower Tier-II bonds and subordinate debt of the NBFC or HFC. This rating acts as the cap for the rating on hybrid instruments, as events forcing default on lower Tier-II bonds will invariably affect payment on hybrids. The rating will then be notched down or equated with the CCR depending on an assessment of the following: The cushion in CAR above the regulator-specified minimum for the NBFC or HFC: The expected cushion will be validated against any historical volatility in CAR ratio, and factors such as growth plans, and any possible erosion in capital due to deteriorating asset quality. The financial flexibility of the NBFC or HFC: This will be driven by factors such as extent of parent support, current shareholding patterns, and demonstrated access to the capital markets. These factors help assess ability to raise capital and improve the cushion in CAR over the regulatory requirement. The hybrid rating for most NBFCs/HFCs will be a notch lower than the CCR. However, the rating on hybrid instruments may be equated with the CCR, or even be significantly lower (by up to 3 notches) in exceptional circumstances, depending on the capital buffer and financial flexibility. Conclusion CRISIL s rating criteria on the hybrid instruments of NBFCs and HFCs recognise the unique credit risks associated with these instruments. The extent of notch down in rating from the CCR will depend on their financial flexibility and the cushion in CAR above the regulatory requirement. 6

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