Will Tightening Be The Death Of Sovereign Ratings?

James McCormack, Global Head of Sovereign Ratings, Fitch Ratings

04-Feb-22 07:30

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Global sovereign credit conditions have improved in the second year of the pandemic when compared to 2020 but with policy makers marching to the tune of monetary tightening, what does this mean for sovereign ratings. James McCormack, Global Head of Sovereign Ratings at Fitch Ratings whilst telling us if Malaysia is at risk of a downgrade. Image credit: Pixabay.com

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Categories: trends and forecasts

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