S&P said the negative outlook reflected its view the timing and magnitude of Sime Darby's deleveraging plan is unclear.
The fund-raising plan proposed by several banks pitching for the job comes after the diversified plantation company put on hold a plan in May to list its motor unit amid weak stock market condition.
Sources said if Sime Darby agreed to the plan, the exercise could be implemented by the end of the year.
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