Question
AT1 bonds, also known as Additional Tier 1 bonds, are a
type of debt instrument issued by banks and financial institutions to raise capital. AT1 Bonds are also commonly known as _________ÂSolution
AT1 bonds or additional tier 1 bonds are perpetual bonds as these do not have any maturity date.  These are allowed as part of the Tier I capital for Banks under Basel III guidelines. These bonds are riskier than other normal bonds because of the following features: The issuing bank has the discretion to skip coupon payment. Under normal circumstances it can pay from profits or revenue reserves; however in case losses for the period, the coupon payment can be skipped.  The bank has to maintain a common equity tier I ratio of 5.5%, failing which the bonds can get written down or converted into equity.Â
The model of contract farming involves subcontracting by the buyers to intermediaries who formally or informally contract the farmers called:
The Central AGMARK Lab is located at
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