AGS Transact's Liquidity Issues -
AGS Transact, which manages cash services for 32,151 ATMs, is facing liquidity problems.
The company has defaulted on repayment obligations for its borrowings and those of its subsidiary, Securevalue India Ltd ( SVIL ).
It handles a daily cash replenishment of ₹1,933 crore.
Impact on Banks and ATM Services -
Several banks using AGS’s services are experiencing ATM service disruptions.
Affected banks include
#icicibank,
#yesbank,
#axisbank, State Bank of India ( SBI ),
#Punjab National Bank,
#federalbank, Dhanlaxmi Bank, Utkarsh Small Finance Bank, and Bank of Maharashtra.
YES Bank has informed customers about ATM unavailability through its website.
Banks Exploring Alternative Cash Management Providers - Some banks are considering shifting their cash management operations to other service providers to minimize inconvenience.
Financial Downgrade of
#ags Transact -
Domestic rating agencies have downgraded AGS’s long-term bank facilities to ‘D’ due to delays in servicing debt.
The company has delayed servicing interest and debt obligations on term loans, with repayments due in December 2024 and January 2025.
Reasons for Financial Trouble - AGS faced delays in receivable collections, leading to liquidity deterioration over the last 2-3 months.
The company struggled to meet service level agreements ( SLAs ) with its customers.
Other Financial Institutions Affected -
Rating agencies have highlighted exposure to AGS by various institutions, including IndusInd Bank, IDFC First Bank, Aditya Birla Finance, Bandhan Bank, Bajaj Finance, and others.
AGS’s Response - The company acknowledges the situation and claims to be working on corrective measures to restore confidence.
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