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Non-convertible debentures, which are simply regular debentures, cannot
be converted into equity shares of the liable company. They are
debentures without the convertibility feature, they usual y carry higher
interest rates than their convertible counterparts.
On basis of Security, debentures are classified into:
Secured Debentures: These instruments are secured by a charge on the
fixed assets of the issuer company. So if the issuer fails on payment of
the principal or interest amount, his assets can be sold to repay the
liability to the investors.
Unsecured Debentures: These instrument are unsecured in the sense that
if the issuer defaults on payment of the interest or principal amount, the
investor is treated like along other unsecured creditors of the company.
From redemption point of view
Redeemable Debentures:- Redeemable debentures are those which are
redeemed or paid off after the termination of fixed term. The amount paid
off includes the principal amount and the current year’s interest. The
company always has the option of either to redeem a specific number of
debentures each year or redeem al the debentures at specified date.
Irredeemable or Perpetual DebenturesIrredeemable debentures are those
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debentures which do not have any fixed date of redemption. They are
redeemed either in the event of winding up or at a very remote period of
time. Irredeemable or perpetual debenture holders can never force the
company to redeem their debentures.
Debenture Trust Deed