government-related issuers

Rating Agency Developments

On October 30, Moody’s released its methodology for rating government-related issuers.  Report.

On October 30, Fitch released its methodology for rating asset-backed commercial paper.  Report.

On October 30, DBRS released a series of methodologies for rating the Canadian auto industry.  Rental Car Fleet.  Auto Fleet Lease.  Auto Retail Loan and Lease.

On October 28, DBRS released two methodologies for rating the U.S. auto industry.  U.S. Auto Lease.  Unified Interest Rate Model.

On October 30, DBRS released its methodology for rating Canadian equipment finance securitizations.  Report.

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Rating Agency Developments

On July 19, Moody’s released guidance on its approach to global standard adjustments in the analysis of financial statements of banks, securities firms and finance companies. Moody’s Release. FAQs.

On July 22, Moody’s released its updated methodology for rating government-related issuers. Moody’s Release.

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