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Report Date : |
01.06.2012 |
IDENTIFICATION DETAILS
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Name : |
CONTINENTAL
JEWELLERY (MFG.) LTD. |
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Registered Office : |
Units M & N, 1/F., Kaiser Estate, Phase 3, |
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Country : |
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Date of Incorporation : |
25.07.1975 |
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Com. Reg. No.: |
Not Available |
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Legal Form : |
Private Limitsed Company |
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Line of Business : |
Manufacturer, Wholesaler and Exporter of all kinds of jewellery such as goldsmith jewellery, platinum jewellery, stones and gems jewellery, diamond and pearl jewellery |
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No. of Employees : |
Approx. 1,038. (As at 31-12-2011) |
RATING & COMMENTS
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MIRA’s Rating : |
Ba |
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RATING |
STATUS |
PROPOSED CREDIT LINE |
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41-55 |
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Overall operation is considered normal. Capable to meet normal
commitments. |
Satisfactory |
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Status : |
Good |
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Payment Behaviour : |
No Complaints |
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Litigation : |
Clear |
NOTES:
Any query related to this report can be made
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while quoting report number, name and date.
ECGC Country Risk Classification List – March 31st, 2012
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Country Name |
Previous Rating (31.12.2011) |
Current Rating (31.03.2012) |
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Hong Kong |
A2 |
A2 |
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Risk Category |
ECGC
Classification |
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Insignificant |
A1 |
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Low |
A2 |
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Moderate |
B1 |
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High |
B2 |
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Very High |
C1 |
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Restricted |
C2 |
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Off-credit |
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CONTINENTAL JEWELLERY (MFG.) LTD.
Units M & N, 1/F., Kaiser Estate, Phase 3, 11 Hok Yuen Street, Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
PHONE: 2363 8882
FAX: 2765 7516
E-MAIL:mailnet@continental.com.hk
Chairman & Managing Director: Mr. Chan Sing Chuk, Charles
Incorporated on: 25th July, 1975.
Organization: Private Limited Company.
Capital: Nominal: HK$10,000,000.00
Issued: HK$10,000,000.00
Business Category: Jewellery Manufacturer and Wholesaler.
Group Turnover: HK$973,501,000 (Year ended 30-06-2011)
Group Employees: Approx. 1,038. (As at 31-12-2011)
Main Dealing Banker: The Hongkong & Shanghai Banking Corp. Ltd., Hong Kong.
Banking Relation: Good.
Registered Head
Office:-
Units M & N, 1/F., Kaiser Estate, Phase 3, 11 Hok Yuen Street, Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Shop:-
OT 206, Ocean Terminal, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
[Tel: 2730 7313, 2730 0561]
Overseas
Factories:-
China (Shanghai, Guangzhou, Jiangmen & Panyu) and Canada (Ontario).
Parent Company:-
Continental Holdings Ltd., Hong Kong. (Same address)
Affiliated with:-
Amco Jewelry Ltd., Hong Kong.
C.J. (UK) Ltd., U.K.
Conti Jewelry (Guangzhou) Ltd., China. [In liquidation]
Conti Mirabelle Holdings S.A., Luxemburg.
Continental Investment Co. Ltd., Hong Kong.
Continental Property Holdings Ltd., Hong Kong.
Diamond Creation Goldsmith Ltd., Hong Kong.
Diamond Creation Ltd., Hong Kong.
General Jewellery (Shanghai) Co. Ltd., China.
Guangzhou Free Trade Zone Continental Jewellery Co. Ltd., China.
Hanny (Far East) Diamond Ltd., Hong Kong.
Henble Ltd., Hong Kong.
Jestar Trading Ltd., Hong Kong.
Larchridge Ltd., Hong Kong.
Masingita Mining & Minerals (Pty) Ltd., South Africa.
Ming Xiu Diamond Cutting Factory (Panyu) Ltd., China.
Ming Xiu Diamond Cutting Factory Ltd., Hong Kong.
Optik Technologies Ltd., Hong Kong.
Patford Co. Ltd., Hong Kong.
Quzhou Hongji Diamond Ltd., China.
Real Jewellery Ltd., Hong Kong.
Realford Co. Ltd., Hong Kong.
Vieway Investments Group Ltd., British Virgin Islands.
Wilber Investments (Jiangmen) Ltd., China.
Wilber Investments Ltd., Hong Kong.
Yett Holdings Ltd., British Virgin Islands.
etc.
0043649
Chairman & Managing Director: Mr. Chan Sing Chuk, Charles
Contact Person: Mr. Chan Wai Lap, Victor
Nominal Share Capital: HK$10,000,000.00 (Divided into 10,000,000 shares of HK$1.00 each)
Issued Share Capital: HK$10,000,000.00
(As per registry
dated 25-07-2011)
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Name |
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No. of shares |
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Continental Holdings Ltd., Hong Kong. |
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9,999,999 |
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Castle Jewellery Ltd., Hong Kong. |
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1 |
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Total: |
10,000,000 ======== |
(As per registry
dated 25-07-2011)
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Name (Nationality) |
Address |
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CHAN Sing Chuk, Charles (Chinese) |
75 Deep Water Bay Road, Hong Kong. |
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CHAN Wai Kei, Vicki (American) |
75 Deep Water Bay Road, Hong Kong. |
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CHENG Nai Yan, Jackson (Chinese) |
Flat M, 1/F., Kaiser Estate, Phase 3, 11 Hok Yuen Street, Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong. |
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CHENG Siu Yin, Shirley (Chinese) |
75 Deep Water Bay Road, Hong Kong. |
(As per registry dated
25-07-2011)
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Name |
Address |
Co.
No. |
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Castle Jewellery Ltd. |
Units M & N, 1/F., Kaiser Estate, Phase 3, 11 Hok Yuen Street, Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong. |
0069639 |
The subject was incorporated on 25th July, 1975 as a private limited liability company under the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance.
Apart from these, neither material change nor amendment has been ever traced and noted.
Activities: Manufacturer, Wholesaler and Exporter.
Lines: All kinds of jewellery such as goldsmith jewellery, platinum jewellery, stones and gems
jewellery, diamond and pearl jewellery.
Brand Name: QuottourTM Collection.
Authorized
Distributors:-
C.J. (UK) Ltd., U.K.
Continental Jewelry (USA) Inc., U.S.A.
Etruscan Jewellery (1988) Ltd., Canada.
Qualigem Ltd., Canada.
Employees: 150. (The Company)
Approx. 1,038. (The Group) (As at 31-12-2011)
Materials/Commodities:-
Diamonds – Israel, Belgium and India.
Sapphires and rubies – Thailand.
Emeralds – India, Columbia and Israel.
Pearls – Japan and China.
Opals – Australia.
Markets: Hong Kong, China, Japan, North America, Canada, Australia, U.K., Spain and Europe.
Group Turnover: HK$1,632,180,000 (Year ended 30-06-2007)
HK$1,497,682,000 (Year ended 30-06-2008)
HK$1,189,622,000 (Year ended 30-06-2009)
HK$1,031,708,000 (Year ended 30-06-2010)
HK$ 973,501,000 (Year ended 30-06-2011)
HK$ 516,752,000 (6 months ended 31-12-2010) - Unaudited
HK$ 525,850,000 (6 months ended 31-12-2011) - Unaudited
Terms/Sales: COD or as per contracted.
Terms/Buying: L/C, T/T or D/P.
Federation of Hong Kong Industries, Hong Kong.
The Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, Hong Kong.
Nominal Share Capital: HK$10,000,000.00 (Divided into 10,000,000 shares of HK$1.00 each)
Issued Share Capital: HK$10,000,000.00
Alternation of Capital:-
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23-07-1975 |
paid up |
HK$ 200.00 |
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03-09-1975 |
paid up |
HK$ 199,800.00 |
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16-06-1976 |
paid up |
HK$ 410,000.00 |
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30-06-1978 |
paid up |
HK$ 390,000.00 |
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25-01-1986 |
paid up |
HK$ 9,000,000.00 |
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Total: |
paid up |
HK$ 10,000,000.00 ============== |
Increase of Nominal Capital:-
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From |
HK$1,000,000.00 |
to |
HK$10,000,000.00 |
on |
25-01-1986 |
Mortgage or Charge: (See attachment)
Group Net Profit: HK$248,896,000 (Year ended 30-06-2007)
HK$ 90,283,000 (Year ended 30-06-2008)
HK$ 72,272,000 (Year ended 30-06-2009)
HK$ 4,595,000 (Year ended 30-06-2010)
HK$ 29,741,000 (Year ended 30-06-2011)
HK$ 11,508,000 (6 months ended 31-12-2010) - Unaudited
HK$245,197,000 (6 months ended 31-12-2011) - Unaudited
Group Net Worth: HK$ 840,982,000 (Year ended 30-09-2007)
HK$ 940,385,000 (Year ended 30-09-2008)
HK$1,044,627,000 (Year ended 30-09-2009)
HK$1.006,459,000 (Year ended 30-09-2010)
HK$1,033,138,000 (Year ended 30-09-2011)
HK$1,693,425,000 (6 months ended 31-12-2011) - Unaudited
Profit or Loss: Group business is profitable.
Condition: Keeping in an active and good condition.
Facilities: Making active use of general banking facilities.
Payment: So far so good.
Commercial Morality: Satisfactory.
Bankers:-
· The Hongkong & Shanghai Banking Corp. Ltd., Hong Kong.
Standard
Chartered Bank (HK) Ltd., Hong Kong.
Sumitomo
Mitsui Banking Corporation, Hong Kong Branch.
JPMorgan
Chase Bank, Hong Kong.
Standing: Good.
Continental Jewellery (Mfg.) Ltd. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Continental Holdings Ltd. [Group] which is a listed firm in Hong Kong.
The subject is principally engaged in designing, manufacturing and marketing of fine jewellery products primarily for export. Its main overseas markets are the United States, Europe, Canada, Japan and Australia. Sales teams and offices are set up in Hong Kong, the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Spain. Some of its jewellery products are also marketed in Hong Kong through its retailing outlet in Ocean Terminal, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong. This outlet carries new product line QUATTOUR and also markets under the corporate image CONTINENTAL DIAMOND.
The subject has got production plants in Hong Kong, China, Canada, Spain and Switzerland. It is regarded as one of the leaders in fine jewellery manufacturing in Hong Kong.
The Group has been the members of the following professional bodies:-
· Young Industrialists Council Ltd.
· The Hong Kong Jade & Stone Manufacturers Association
· The Diamond Importers Association
· Hong Kong Bourse Ltd.
The Group has got the ISO 9001 certification.
The establishment of a new factory in Jiangmen City, Guangdong Province, China was just completed in the second quarter of 2004. The Jiangmen factory is engaged in diamond cutting and jewellery manufacturing. Besides this factory, the Group already has had two diamond cutting factories and three jewellery manufacturing factories.
The Group has set up two retailing outlets in Beijing, China.
Besides jewellery manufacturing and trading, the Group is also engaged in property development.
During the fiscal year 2011, the Group achieved a turnover of HK$973.5 million (2010: HK$1,031.7 million). Profit attributable to owners of the Company was HK$33.5 million (2010: HK$4.8 million).
The Group’s consolidated turnover for the six months ended 31st December, 2011 recorded a slightly increase of 1.8% from previous interim of HK$516,752,000 to HK$525,850,000. Profit attributable to equity owners of the Group of HK$247,779,000 which is mainly attributable to the significant gain on the acquisition of Big Bonus Group, increase of HK$236,271,000 when compare to the last interim profit of HK$11,508,000.
During the six months ended 31st December, 2011, export sales remain dull due to the declining macro environment in Europe, the United States and United Kingdom. The European debt crisis remains a looming overcast upon consumer spending particularly in the luxury sector.
Though the United States has shown slight improved sentiment, the pickup in momentum is yet to develop and recovery is still at a glacial pace. Despite overall unfavorable circumstances, the Group was able to increase our revenue slightly and simultaneously increase our gross profit margin. These results were mainly due to applying stringent cost control measure in PRC to mitigate the continuous escalating manufacturing costs in PRC.
On
the wholesale end, the Group has stepped up our branding efforts and continuously
seeking out for strong licensing opportunities to increase the intrinsic value
of its products to its customers. While
its brands have slowly expanded across regions, we continue to seek out for new
areas to explore.
As
at 31st December, 2011, the Group employed a total of approximately 1,038
employees (30th June, 2011: 1,010), the majority of whom are employed in the
PRC.
The
subject is fully backed by the Group.
On
the whole, in view of the parentage of the subject, consider it good for normal
business engagements.
REMARKS:
Brief information of the directors:-
Mr. CHAN Sing Chuk, Charles, is the Chairman and founder of the Group. Dr. Chan is an executive Director of the Company and holds directorship in various subsidiaries of the Group. He is responsible for strategic planning, corporate development and investment of the Group.
Dr. Chan has over 50 years of experience in the jewellery industry. He is currently the President of the Hong Kong Jewellery & Jade Manufacturers Association; Appointed Member of the University Court of The HK University of Science & Technology; Member of Product Promotion Programme Committee of the HKTDC; as well as a member of other trade associations. In community, charitable and political involvements, Dr. Chan is the Permanent Honorary Director of Friends of Hong Kong Association Ltd., and Member of The Association of Chairmen of The Tung Wah Group of Hospitals. Dr. Chan was appointed a committee member of the City of Jiangmen Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference since 2003; and the Executive Vice President of Jiangmen Overseas Chinese Enterprise Federation since 2006.
Ms. CHENG Siu Yin, Shirley, aged 60, has been with the Group for 36 years and is responsible for marketing and corporate policy development of the Group. She has over 38 years’ experience in jewellery designing and marketing. She is the wife of Mr. Chan Sing Chuk.
Ms. CHAN Wai Kei, Vicki, aged 40, joined the group in 1995. She is responsible for the retail operation and the business administration function in the Group. She is the daughter of Mr. Chan Sing Chuk.
Mr. CHENG Nai Yan, Jackson, aged 67, is one of the subject’s directors. He has been with the Group for 36 years and has over 28 years experience in jewellery retailing, exporting and stone purchasing. He holds a Graduate Gemologist degree. He is now responsible for the Group’s stone purchasing and business activities in China.
Property information of the company:-
1. Property Location: Unit P on 1/F., Kaiser Estate, Phase 3, 11 Hok Yuen Street, Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Owner: Continental Jewellery (Mfg) Ltd.
Date of Purchase: 10-11-1986
Purchased Price: HK$2,600,000
Incumbrances:-
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Date of Mortgage |
Amount Consideration |
Mortgagee |
Nature |
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04-06-1987 |
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The Hongkong & Shanghai Banking Corp. Ltd., Hong Kong. |
Mortgage to secure general banking facilities |
2. Property Location: Unit P on 2/F., Kaiser Estate, Phase 3, 11 Hok Yuen Street, Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Owner: Continental Jewellery (Mfg.) Ltd.
Date of Purchase: n.a.
Purchased Price: n.a.
Incumbrances: (Under the same mortgage deed as Property 1)
3. Property Location: Unit A on 12/F. and Car Parking Space No. 30, Kaiser Estate, Phase 3, 11 Hok Yuen Street, Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong.
Owner: Continental Jewellery (Mfg.) Ltd.
Date of Purchase: n.a.
Purchased Price: n.a.
Incumbrances: (Under the same mortgage deed as Property 1)
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Date |
Particulars |
Amount |
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04-06-1987 |
Instrument: Mortgage Property: 1) 80/5,000th parts or shares of and in Section I of Kowloon Marine Lot No. 40 and Subsection 1 of Section H of Kowloon Marine Lot No. 40 (Unit P on 2/F. of Kaiser Estate, Phase 3, 11 Hok Yuen Street, Kowloon, Hong Kong.) 2) 86/5,000th parts or shares of and in Section D of Kowloon Marine Lot No. 40 and Subsection 2 of Section H of Kowloon Marine Lot No. 40 (Unit A on 12/F. and Car Parking Space No. 30 of Kaiser Estate, Phase 3, 11 Hok Yuen Street, Kowloon, Hong Kong.) Note: Unit A on 12/F. was released on 27-10-2008. 3) 79/5,000th parts or shares of and in Section I of Kowloon Marine Lot No. 40 and Subsection 1 of Section H of Kowloon Marine Lot No. 40 (Unit P on 1/F. of Kaiser Estate, Phase 3, 11 Hok Yuen Street, Kowloon, Hong Kong.) Mortgagee: The Hongkong & Shanghai Banking Corp. Ltd., Hong Kong. |
To secure general banking facilities |
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04-02-2009 |
Instrument: Subordination Agreement Property: The Company, as beneficial owner, assigns and transfers to the Lender all the right, title and interest of the Company as a creditor to , of and in the Agreements and the full benefit and right to receive and recover the Subordinated Indebtedness Mortgagee: The Hongkong & Shanghai Banking Corp. Ltd., Hong Kong. |
Secured Indebtedness |
DIAMOND INDUSTRY –
INDIA
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From time immemorial, India is well known in the world
as the birthplace for diamonds. It is difficult to trace the origin of
diamonds but history says that in the remote past, diamonds were mined only in India.
Diamond production in India can be traced back to almost 8th Century
B.C. India, in fact, remained undisputed leader till 18th
Century when Brazilian fields were discovered in 1725 followed by emergence of
S. Africa, Russia and Australia.
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The achievement of the Indian diamond industry was
possible only due to combination of the manufacturing skills of the Indian
workforce and the untiring and unflagging efforts of the Indian diamantaires,
supported by progressive Government policies.
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The area of study of family owned diamond businesses
derives its importance from the huge conglomerate of family run organizations
which operate in the diamond industry since many generations.
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Some of the basic traits of family run business
enterprises include spirit of entrepreneurship, mutual trust lowers transaction
costs, small, nimble and quick to react, information as a source of advantage
and philanthropy.
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Family owned diamond businesses need to improve on
many fronts including higher standard of corporate governance, long-term
performance – focused strategies, modern management and technology.
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The diamond jewellery industry in India today may be
more than Rs 60000 mil and is rated amongst the fastest growing in the
world. Indi ranks third in the world in domestic diamond consumption.
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Utmost caution is to be exercised while dealing with
some medium and large diamond traders which are usually engaged in fictitious
import – export, inter-company transactions, financially assisted by banks. In
the process, several public sector banks lost several hundred million rupees.
They mostly diverted borrowed money for diamond business into real estate and
capital markets.
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Excerpts from Times of India dated 30th
October 2010 is as under –
DIAMOND SAGA – DIRTY DOZEN STUCK WITH 2K CR DEBT
This could be the biggest credibility crisis
the Indian diamond industry has ever faced. Fifteen banks run the risk of
losing Rs 2000 crore lent to a dozen diamond firms in Surat. Until about two
months ago, they had not repaid these dues. Bankers believe many
diamantaires borrowed money during the economic downturn two years ago and
diverted funds to businesses like real estate and capital markets. Many of
themselves made money from these businesses but their diamond companies have
gone sick and declared insolvency.
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Most of the money borrowed from the banks in the name
of their diamond business has been diverted in real estate and the share
market. The banks are not in a position to seize their properties because in
many cases, these were purchased in the name of their relatives and friends.
FOREIGN EXCHANGE RATES
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Currency |
Unit
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Indian Rupees |
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US Dollar |
1 |
Rs.56.42 |
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UK Pound |
1 |
Rs.87.37 |
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Euro |
1 |
Rs.69.95 |
INFORMATION DETAILS
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Report Prepared
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RATING EXPLANATIONS
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RATING |
STATUS |
PROPOSED CREDIT LINE |
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>86 |
Aaa |
Possesses an extremely sound financial base with the strongest
capability for timely payment of interest and principal sums |
Unlimited |
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71-85 |
Aa |
Possesses adequate working capital. No caution needed for credit
transaction. It has above average (strong) capability for payment of interest
and principal sums |
Large |
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56-70 |
A |
Financial & operational base are regarded healthy. General unfavourable
factors will not cause fatal effect. Satisfactory capability for payment of
interest and principal sums |
Fairly Large |
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41-55 |
Ba |
Overall operation is considered normal. Capable to meet normal
commitments. |
Satisfactory |
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26-40 |
B |
Capability to overcome financial difficulties seems comparatively
below average. |
Small |
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11-25 |
Ca |
Adverse factors are apparent. Repayment of interest and principal sums
in default or expected to be in default upon maturity |
Limited with full
security |
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<10 |
C |
Absolute credit risk exists. Caution needed to be exercised |
Credit not
recommended |
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NB |
New Business |
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This score serves as a reference to assess SC’s credit risk and
to set the amount of credit to be extended. It is calculated from a composite
of weighted scores obtained from each of the major sections of this report. The
assessed factors and their relative weights (as indicated through %) are as
follows:
Financial
condition (40%) Ownership
background (20%) Payment
record (10%)
Credit history
(10%) Market trend
(10%) Operational
size (10%)
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