Business Context and Reporting Period
This Form 6-K filing by HDFC Bank Limited covers the month of February 2009, with the report dated February 20, 2009. The filing serves to inform the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the New York Stock Exchange regarding the listing of Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs) on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange, effective February 17, 2009.
Key Financial Metrics
The filing text does not provide specific financial data such as revenue, profit, cash flow, margins, debt, or liquidity metrics. The document is a regulatory notification regarding a corporate action rather than a financial results report.
Material Changes
The primary material event disclosed is the issuance and listing of GDRs on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. These GDRs were issued to holders of the erstwhile Centurion Bank of Punjab Limited as part of a Scheme of Amalgamation. The underlying securities are equity shares of HDFC Bank Limited, which are already listed on Indian stock exchanges.
Guidance, Outlook, and Risks
The filing contains no management commentary, financial guidance, outlook, or discussion of risks and contingencies. It is a procedural communication confirming the status of the GDR listing and the attachment of the relevant prospectus.
Key Facts for Investor Verification
- Confirmation that GDRs were listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange effective February 17, 2009.
- Verification that the GDRs represent equity shares issued pursuant to the amalgamation of Centurion Bank of Punjab Limited with HDFC Bank Limited.
- Confirmation that the underlying equity shares are listed on Indian stock exchanges.
- Review of the attached Prospectus for detailed terms of the GDR issuance.