Rating Agency Developments

On May 27, Moody’s published a set of FAQs regarding the implementation of the amendment to Rule 17g-5 providing for certain disclosures with respect to all new structured finance credit ratings published by Moody’s. Moody’s Release. FAQs.

On May 24, Fitch updated its plan to address the implementation of the recent amendment to Rule 17g-5 providing for certain disclosures with respect to all new structured finance credit ratings published by Fitch. Fitch Release.

On May 26, Fitch published a special report that provides answers to FAQs from investors on South Korean credit card ABS. Fitch Release. Fitch Report.

On May 27, Moody’s published its methodology for rating UK securities exposed to residual value risk. Moody’s Release.

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