Tata Motors arranges $4.5bn bridge loan for Iveco acquisition

Core Insights - Tata Motors is arranging a €3.875bn ($4.5bn) bridge loan to finance the acquisition of Iveco Group's commercial vehicle division, marking a significant transaction in Asia for the year [1][3] - The loan has a 12-month term and is supported by Tata Sons, the investment holding company of Tata Group [1][2] - The acquisition is expected to enhance Tata Motors' presence in the European commercial vehicle sector, building on its previous acquisition of Jaguar Land Rover in 2008 [3][4] Financing Details - The bridge loan will have a blended interest rate margin of 102.5 basis points above the Euribor benchmark [2] - Underwriters for the loan include Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and Morgan Stanley [2] - The loan is anticipated to be refinanced through a mix of equity and long-term debt within 12 to 18 months [4] Acquisition Context - Tata Motors signed an agreement in July to acquire Iveco's commercial vehicle business through an all-cash voluntary tender offer, excluding the defense segment [4] - The completion of the acquisition is expected by April 2026, pending necessary regulatory approvals [4] - The Iveco Group consists of seven brands, offering a wide range of products including commercial vehicles, buses, and financial services [5]