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State keeps top-tier credit rating despite massive debt

Australia's most populous state is the only one with a coveted Triple-A credit rating from a major agency, despite reaching similar debt levels to Victoria.

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Fitch upgrades Portugal to A+, its best credit rating in 15 years

The upgrade reflects years of falling public debt and stronger-than-expected growth in Portugal, Fitch said, restoring a rating not seen since 2011. President Seguro hailed the news, though Fitch cautioned that defence spending and housing costs still pose risks.

Euronews

India's economy shatters a 35-year barrier to enter A-rated club

Indian Economy: Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCRA) has upgraded India’s sovereign credit rating from BBB+ to A-, restoring an A rating for India after more than 35 years. The upgrade follows rating increases by Morningstar DBRS, R&I and S&P Global Ratings. India’s strong economic growth, improving fiscal position, stronger banking…

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Fitch to unveil France's debt rating: 'Status quo seems the most likely scenario'

Fitch, the global credit rating powerhouse, cut France's rating in September of 2025 and upheld it in March 2026. Despite a weaker outlook, Fitch may now delay tougher action until 2027, experts told Euronews.

Euronews

Fitch affirms US at AA+ with stable outlook, flags fiscal and inflation risks

Fitch Ratings affirmed the US sovereign credit rating at AA+ with a stable outlook, citing economic resilience and the dollar’s reserve-currency status. However, the agency flagged persistent fiscal deficits, elevated inflation, rising interest costs and weakening labour demand as key risks, with the US deficit forecast at 7.4% of GDP…

The Economic Times

Fitch keeps United States at 'AA+', cites economic resilience amid fiscal risks

Fitch has affirmed the United States’ sovereign credit rating at “AA+” with a stable outlook, citing its large economy, high per-capita income and the dollar’s reserve-currency status. The agency expects US growth to slow to 1.9% in 2026-27, while inflation, weakening job creation and elevated fiscal deficits remain concerns.

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Fitch affirms India's 'BBB-' credit rating with stable outlook

Fitch Ratings affirmed India’s BBB- long-term rating with a stable outlook and F3 short-term rating, saying macroeconomic stability and improving policy credibility will support growth despite near-term risks from the Middle East conflict.

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What Gabon’s rating downgrade tells us about how sovereign credit worthiness is judged

The sovereign credit ratings of the leading credit rating agencies are most visible through their outputs: an upgrade, a downgrade or a change in “outlook”. The evaluative work that produces those outcomes receives far less attention. Yet it is precisely that work that explains why credit rating agencies occupy such…

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Indian corporates to clock 9% aggregate revenue in FY27: Fitch

Fitch Ratings forecasts Indian corporate revenue to grow nine percent in the current fiscal year. This growth is expected to keep credit metrics for Indian companies stable. Geopolitical tensions and climate risks could impact oil prices and demand for certain sectors. Chemical companies may face higher costs and softer demand…

The Economic Times

Global Market | AI boom, market correction risks emerge as major credit threats: Fitch

Ratings agency Fitch highlights AI boom and market correction as major global credit risks. Unprecedented AI spending and soaring valuations may outpace uncertain future returns, Fitch stated. Geopolitical tensions, particularly the U.S.-Iran conflict, add further significant challenges to the credit environment. Emerging markets face additional pressure from rising costs and…

The Economic Times

Fitch warns AI market correction emerging as major global credit risk

Ratings agency Fitch warns of significant AI-related market correction risks. Unprecedented AI spending and soaring tech valuations raise concerns about future returns. Geopolitical risks, including US-Iran conflict and El Nino, also pose credit threats. Global growth is expected to slow, with inflation impacted by energy prices. Highly indebted nations face…

The Economic Times

Uzbek economy grows 8.5% as services and investment expand

Official figures presented at a presidential review showed investment reaching €24.6 billion and exports €12.7 billion in the first half of 2026, as Moody's upgraded Uzbekistan's sovereign credit rating and Fitch shifted its outlook to positive.

Euronews

Pakistan seeks $10 billion fund from US after mediating Iran talks

Pakistan has requested a ten billion dollar exchange stabilization facility from the United States. This loan aims to boost foreign reserves and ease pressure on the Pakistani rupee. The request follows Pakistan's diplomatic efforts in brokering talks over the Iran war. Such a facility would reduce reliance on multilateral financing…

The Economic Times

Global developed market debt to hit record $75.8 trillion by end of 2026: Fitch

Government debt in developed nations will reach $75.8 trillion by 2026. This debt burden represents 104% of gross domestic product for these countries. Major global shocks and rising spending pressures contribute to this significant increase. Higher borrowing costs and defense budgets also add to the growing debt. Artificial intelligence may…

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Pakistan seeks $10 billion US stabilization facility to shore up reserves

Pakistan has requested a ten billion dollar exchange stabilization facility from the United States. This loan aims to bolster foreign exchange reserves and ease pressure on the Pakistani rupee. The request follows Pakistan's diplomatic efforts in brokering talks over the Iran war. This facility would reduce reliance on multilateral financing…

Bangkok Post

Fitch highlights asset risks for Thai banking segment

Fitch Ratings expects Thai banks' asset quality to deteriorate further this year, while the negative outlook for the country's sovereign rating could weigh on the credit profiles of some banks.

The Conversation

Flawed credit ratings in Africa: are top 3 western agencies driven by data or bias?

The three major credit rating agencies – Moody’s, S&P Global and Fitch – have often differed among themselves when rating African institutions and countries. Their opinions don’t have to be aligned, but a huge gap in the ratings suggests inaccuracies in the analyses.

The Economic Times

AI driving credit risk, may threaten jobs and tax revenues in developed economies: Fitch

Fitch Ratings highlights AI and massive digital infrastructure spending as significant global credit risks. While AI promises efficiency, it threatens jobs and tax revenues, particularly in developed nations. Investors are also concerned about private credit's growing complexity, transparency issues, and potential contagion from equity markets, despite its unlikely systemic risk.

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Thai corporate sector debt remains elevated

Debt levels in Thailand's corporate sector remain relatively high due to large-scale investments and a business operating environment that remains weak, according to Fitch Ratings' Thailand Corporate Credit Outlook conference.

The Economic Times

Bain Capital CLO tranche defaults in post-2008 first for Europe

A European collateralised loan obligation managed by Bain Capital has defaulted on its most junior tranche, marking the first such failure since a regulatory overhaul over a decade ago. The note returned significantly less than its par value, though other investors were paid in full. This event highlights growing pressure…

Fortune

One of the most powerful El Niños on record cost the world economy $5.7 trillion. The 2026 cycle might be even stronger

El Niño is here. Prepare for higher food prices, throttled trade, and a “systemic shock” to the world economy.

AAP

Australia's fiscal metrics 'broadly weaker' than peers

A top rating agency has reiterated its confidence in Australia's ability to pay its bills, while hinting at potential longer-term issues with its NDIS spending.

The Economic Times

Fitch cuts FY27 growth projection to 6.4%; US-Iran war to slow down economy

Fitch Ratings has reduced India's GDP growth projection to 6.4 percent for the current fiscal year. The US-Iran war is expected to slow economic activity in the September and December quarters. Rising prices will dampen consumer spending. For FY28, growth is expected to pick up to 6.7 percent. Fitch also…

The Texas Tribune

Corpus Christi delays decision on nearly billion-dollar water plant despite impending crisis

The City Council rejected the treatment plant last year over cost and environmental concerns, but plans resurfaced as the city’s water woes continued.

Fortune

Property prices are down in Dubai. Is it a war-induced blip, or something more serious?

Dubai’s real estate market has often defied expectations.

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