{"id":9980,"date":"2025-09-05T10:10:34","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T10:10:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/?p=9980"},"modified":"2026-02-24T09:08:07","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T09:08:07","slug":"what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/","title":{"rendered":"What Are Additional Tier-1 (AT1) Bonds? A Retail Investor\u2019s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most bonds pay interest for a fixed period and return your money on maturity. Additional Tier 1 bonds work differently. Banks issue them to strengthen their capital and meet RBI rules.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You earn interest as long as the bank stays financially healthy. But there\u2019s no fixed maturity, and the bank repays the amount only if it decides to redeem the bond.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Still need clarity on what are Additional Tier 1 bonds? Read this comprehensive guide to understand how AT1 bonds work, their features, the risks involved, and investor suitability.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#How_Do_AT1_Bonds_Work\" >How Do AT1 Bonds Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#Key_Features_of_AT1_Bonds\" >Key Features of AT1 Bonds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#Exploring_the_Risks_of_AT1_Bonds\" >Exploring the Risks of AT1 Bonds<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#Write-Off_or_Conversion_Risk\" >Write-Off or Conversion Risk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#Interest_Payment_Risk\" >Interest Payment Risk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#No_Guarantee_of_Principle_Repayment\" >No Guarantee of Principle Repayment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#Market_Liquidity_Risk\" >Market Liquidity Risk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#Subordination_Risk\" >Subordination Risk<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#Who_Can_Invest_in_AT1_Bonds\" >Who Can Invest in AT1 Bonds?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#AT1_Bonds_vs_Regular_Bonds_A_Comparative_Analysis\" >AT1 Bonds vs Regular Bonds: A Comparative Analysis\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#The_Bottom_Line_on_AT1_Bonds\" >The Bottom Line on AT1 Bonds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#FAQs_on_AT1_Bonds\" >FAQs on AT1 Bonds<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#What_is_the_full_form_of_AT1_bonds\" >What is the full form of AT1 bonds?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#Are_AT1_bonds_safe\" >Are AT1 bonds safe?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#Who_regulates_AT1_bonds\" >Who regulates AT1 bonds?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#Do_AT1_bonds_pay_higher_interest\" >Do AT1 bonds pay higher interest?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#Can_AT1_bonds_be_converted_into_equity\" >Can AT1 bonds be converted into equity?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/blog\/essentials\/bond-introduction\/what-are-additional-tier-1-at1-bonds\/#What_is_the_maturity_period_of_an_AT1_bond\" >What is the maturity period of an AT1 bond?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Additional_Tier_1_Bonds\"><\/span><b>What Are Additional Tier 1 Bonds?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional Tier 1 bonds are perpetual debt instruments that banks issue to strengthen their core capital under the RBI\u2019s Basel III norms. They carry higher risk than traditional bonds as they are meant to absorb losses during financial stress.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike regular bonds, they do not have a fixed maturity date and can continue indefinitely unless the bank decides to redeem them after a few years.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AT1 bonds are part of a bank\u2019s Tier 1 capital, which includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Common Equity Tier 1 (CET 1):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Equity shares and retained earnings that form the strongest capital base.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Additional Tier 1 (AT1):<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Instruments like AT1 or CoCo bonds that can be converted into equity or written off if capital levels fall below regulatory limits.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_AT1_Bonds_Work\"><\/span><b>How Do AT1 Bonds Work?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you invest in Additional Tier 1 (AT1) bonds, you lend money to a bank so it can meet its capital adequacy requirements under Basel III norms. In return, you receive regular interest payments, known as coupons, as long as the bank remains financially stable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Banks can choose to redeem AT1 bonds after five or ten years, but they are not obligated to do so. If a bank\u2019s capital ratio drops below the required level, these bonds can be converted into shares or written off. In 2020, for example, Yes Bank\u2019s AT1 bonds were fully written off by the RBI.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Features_of_AT1_Bonds\"><\/span><b>Key Features of AT1 Bonds<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are exploring Additional Tier 1 bonds, here are the main features you should know:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Perpetual in nature: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These bonds do not have a fixed maturity date. You keep receiving interest until the bank decides to redeem them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Callable by the bank: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The issuer can redeem these bonds after a specific period, usually five or ten years, but it is not required to do so.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Higher coupon rates: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AT1 bonds usually offer higher interest than regular bonds because they carry more risk.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Loss absorption: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a bank\u2019s financial health weakens, these bonds can be converted into shares or written off to protect its capital base.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Discretionary interest payments: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bank can skip interest payments if profits or reserves are low. Missed payments are not repaid later.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>High minimum investment: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each bond requires a minimum investment of \u20b91 crore, which limits participation to institutional and high-net-worth investors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>RBI regulated: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All AT1 bond issues in India follow RBI\u2019s Basel III guidelines, which define how banks maintain capital adequacy and manage risk.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exploring_the_Risks_of_AT1_Bonds\"><\/span><b>Exploring the Risks of AT1 Bonds<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re thinking about investing in Additional Tier 1 bonds, it\u2019s important to understand the possible risks before you decide:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Write-Off_or_Conversion_Risk\"><\/span><b>Write-Off or Conversion Risk<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the issuing bank\u2019s financial position weakens, the AT1 bonds can be written-off or converted into shares. In this case, you may lose some or all of your investment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interest_Payment_Risk\"><\/span><b>Interest Payment Risk<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Issuing banks can suspend interest payments on their Additional Tier 1 bonds if they don\u2019t have enough profit. The missed payments are not repaid later.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"No_Guarantee_of_Principle_Repayment\"><\/span><b>No Guarantee of Principle Repayment<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In AT1 bonds, there is no guarantee that you will get back the principle invested because there is no maturity date. This means that if the issuing bank fails, you may lose your principle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Market_Liquidity_Risk\"><\/span><b>Market Liquidity Risk<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selling AT1 bonds on the secondary market can be challenging. These bonds are not frequently traded and it can be difficult to find a buyer causing liquidity issues when you need access to funds.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Subordination_Risk\"><\/span><b>Subordination Risk<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a bank is liquidated, AT1 bondholders are among the last to be paid. You\u2019ll only be ahead of shareholders in the repayment order.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Can_Invest_in_AT1_Bonds\"><\/span><b>Who Can Invest in AT1 Bonds?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Given the complex nature and higher risks associated with Additional Tier 1 bonds, general retail investors typically do not invest in them. These bonds are primarily suited for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High net-worth individuals (HNIs)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Institutional investors<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The minimum investment amount is also set at a premium limit of 1 crore. This may invariably make AT1 bonds accessible to investors who have access to such a sizable investment pool.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"AT1_Bonds_vs_Regular_Bonds_A_Comparative_Analysis\"><\/span><b>AT1 Bonds vs Regular Bonds: A Comparative Analysis\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s have a look at the main differences between AT1 bonds and other bonds:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><b>Feature<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>AT1 Bonds<\/b><\/th>\n<th><b>Regular Bonds<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Issuer<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Banks and NBFCs for capital adequacy.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Companies, governments, or banks.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Maturity<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perpetual, no fixed maturity date.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fixed term, usually 5\u201310 years.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Principal Repayment<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not guaranteed; depends on bank redemption.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repaid at maturity.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Interest Rate<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Higher due to greater risk.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower and more stable.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Coupon Payment<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Payments are discretionary and may be skipped.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory and regular.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Loss Absorption<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can be written off or converted to equity.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Principal stays intact.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Liquidity<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited secondary market trading.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Generally more liquid.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Investor Suitability<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For HNIs and institutional investors.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suitable for different investor types.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line_on_AT1_Bonds\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line on AT1 Bonds<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional Tier 1 bonds support banks in maintaining financial stability during stress by absorbing potential losses. For investors, they can offer higher coupon income compared to traditional debt products but also come with significant risks, including loss of capital.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to invest in debt and fixed-income instruments but without such a high risk exposure, you can explore corporate bonds and FD options on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/goldenpi.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GoldenPi<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> platform.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_AT1_Bonds\"><\/span><b>FAQs on AT1 Bonds<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_full_form_of_AT1_bonds\"><\/span><b>What is the full form of AT1 bonds?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The full form of AT1 bonds is Additional Tier 1 bonds. These are perpetual debt instruments issued by banks to strengthen their Tier 1 capital under the Basel III framework.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_AT1_bonds_safe\"><\/span><b>Are AT1 bonds safe?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AT1 bonds carry higher risk than regular bonds. They can be written off or converted into equity if the issuing bank faces financial stress. They may be considered by HNIs who understand these risks and have a high risk appetite to handle them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_regulates_AT1_bonds\"><\/span><b>Who regulates AT1 bonds?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In India, Additional Tier 1 bonds are regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) under the Basel III capital adequacy norms. SEBI also oversees investment-related disclosures and mutual fund participation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_AT1_bonds_pay_higher_interest\"><\/span><b>Do AT1 bonds pay higher interest?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, AT1 bonds generally offer higher coupon rates compared to traditional bonds to compensate for the greater risk involved.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_AT1_bonds_be_converted_into_equity\"><\/span><b>Can AT1 bonds be converted into equity?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, AT1 bonds can be converted into equity or written off if the bank\u2019s capital falls below the regulatory threshold. This helps the bank absorb losses and maintain stability under stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_maturity_period_of_an_AT1_bond\"><\/span><b>What is the maturity period of an AT1 bond?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AT1 bonds have no fixed maturity period. They are perpetual in nature, meaning you receive interest as long as the bank remains financially sound, but the principal is repaid only if the bank redeems them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disclaimer:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This information is for general information purposes only. GoldenPi makes no guarantee on the accuracy of the data provided here; the information displayed is subject to change and is provided on an as-is basis. Nothing contained herein is intended to or shall be deemed to be investment advice, implied or otherwise. Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks. Read all the offer-related documents carefully before investing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bonds or non-convertible debentures (NCDs) are regulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India and other government authorities. GoldenPi Securities Private Limited is a registered debt broker and acts as a distributor and not as a manufacturer of the product.<\/span><br \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the full form of AT1 bonds?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The full form of AT1 bonds is Additional Tier 1 bonds. 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