In Debt
APOL sails into international debt capital markets
Indonesian Shipper prices dollar deal inside of guidance on the back of a huge order book.




Equity News
Kotak Mahindra Bank raises $99.9 million from first-ever GDR sale
Popular name garners strong demand despite faltering stock market.


Equity News
Jubilant Organosys sells $200 million CB while pondering possible acquisition
Issue marks seventh CB from an Indian pharmaceutical company since December; conversion premiums still high.





Alternative Investments
Kim Eng managers start Asian long/short fund
Managed fund opens to external investors as it evolves into a hedge fund.


Institutional Investors
Korean fund considers hiring investment consultant
The KTCU is looking to gradually increase its international exposure.


Polls
BAT tops Malaysia Best Managed Companies poll
The tobacco firm tops three categories in poll.



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