Guidelines on Seeking Information from External Entities

Last Reviewed On: December 30, 2016 (Version 1.0)

The following are the external entities with whom the Analyst needs to interact / seek information regarding the entity being rated.

  1. Banker(s) to the rated entity
  2. Statutory Auditors (Optional)
  3. Debenture Trustees to the proposed or past issues of the rated entity

The major points to be covered during the interaction with:

  1. Banker(s):
    • Repayment track record
    • General conduct of the account
    • Pending / Proposed Enhancements, if any
    • Any other issue relevant to the entity being rated
  2. Statutory Auditors (Optional):
    • Changes to the accounting policy, if any
    • Adherence to the accepted norms
    • Related party transactions

    The Analyst shall obtain the required information, preferably in writing. However, if written feedback is not forthcoming, the analyst shall maintain a record of the discussions containing the date of interaction, name of the person interacted with and the synopsis of the interaction.

  3. Debenture Trustees (DTs) to the proposed or past issues of the rated entity - The analyst shall share with and obtain from the debenture trustees information as contained in SEBI circular No. CIR/MIRSD/3/2013 dated March 15, 2013.

Acuité reserves the right to seek feedback from vendors / suppliers, buyers and other investors/lenders, if considered necessary.