SBI Raises ₹4,691 Crore Through AT1 Bonds Amid Strong Institutional Demand

State Bank of India (SBI) has successfully raised ₹4,691 crore through its first Basel III-compliant Additional Tier-1 (AT1) bond issuance of FY27. The fundraising received strong participation from institutional investors, allowing the bank to accept bids above its initial issue size.

The capital raise is expected to strengthen SBI's regulatory capital base while diversifying its long-term funding sources.

Key Highlights

• SBI raised ₹4,691 crore through AT1 bonds.
• Base issue size was ₹3,000 crore.
• Coupon Rate: 7.75% per annum.
• Perpetual bonds with a 5-year call option.
• Rated AA+ (Stable) by CRISIL and CARE Ratings.
• Issue received more than 2x subscription.

Strong Investor Response

The AT1 bond issue attracted 89 bids from a wide range of institutional investors, including:

• Mutual Funds
• Pension Funds
• Provident Funds
• Banks

Due to the strong demand, SBI increased the accepted amount from the planned ₹3,000 crore to ₹4,691 crore.

Bond Details

The bonds carry a 7.75% annual coupon and have a perpetual maturity, meaning they do not have a fixed redemption date.

However, SBI has the option to redeem (call) the bonds after five years, and on every anniversary thereafter, subject to regulatory approvals.

The issue has received an AA+ (Stable Outlook) rating from both CRISIL Ratings and CARE Ratings.

What Are AT1 Bonds?

Additional Tier-1 (AT1) bonds are capital instruments issued by banks under the Basel III regulatory framework.

These bonds help banks strengthen their capital position and support future business growth. During periods of financial stress, subject to RBI regulations, AT1 bonds may be written down or converted into equity.

Management Commentary

SBI Chairman C. S. Setty said the strong participation from investors reflects confidence in India's largest public sector bank.

According to the bank, the successful issuance will strengthen its long-term regulatory capital while improving funding diversification.

SBI Share Performance

SBI shares ended the session 0.10% higher at ₹1,013.80.

Recent performance

• 1 Month: -2%
• 3 Months: -7%
• 6 Months: -5%
• 1 Year: +27%
• 5 Years: +129%

The bank is scheduled to announce its Q1 FY27 financial results on August 7, 2026.

What This Means for Investors

The successful AT1 bond issuance demonstrates strong institutional confidence in SBI and further strengthens the bank's capital position. While the fundraising does not directly impact shareholders immediately, it improves the bank's financial flexibility and supports long-term lending and growth initiatives.

Disclaimer

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