S&P retained India's long-term sovereign rating at 'BBB' with stable outlook in 2024
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S&P retains India rating, keeps outlook stable on economic momentum
S&P Global Ratings retained India's sovereign credit rating at 'BBB' with a stable outlook, citing sustained economic momentum and fiscal consolidation. Last year, S&P upgraded India from 'BBB-' to 'BBB' after 18 years, while Fitch has kept India at 'BBB-' since 2006 and Moody's at 'Baa3' since 2020. S&P maintained India's short-term rating at A-2, reflecting satisfactory capacity to meet financial commitments. This stability in ratings signals continued investor confidence in India's macroeconomic fundamentals.
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S&P upgraded India from 'BBB-' to 'BBB' in 2023 after 18 years, citing economic resilience and fiscal consolidation
Fitch Ratings has maintained India's rating at 'BBB-' since 2006 (18 years unchanged)
Moody's has kept India at 'Baa3' (lowest investment grade) since 2020
S&P maintained India's short-term credit rating at A-2, indicating satisfactory capacity to meet financial commitments
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