The Latest Breaking News from Moody

IMD ranking boost sparks reform drive

Thailand's rise in the latest IMD World Competitiveness Ranking has prompted the government to build on its strengths and address structural weaknesses to support long-term economic growth.

Bangkok Post · Jun 19

SpaceX lands investment-grade credit ratings as shares tumble from record high

SpaceX has been awarded investment-grade credit ratings by all three major agencies just days after its record stock market debut, even as its newly listed shares slid sharply on Thursday.

Euronews · Jun 19

Forget AI — credit rating giant feared by all countries just issued an alarming warning as Google and CloudFlare make crucial moves: "PQC spending will compete directly with AI investment"

Google and Cloudflare just accelerated their PQC targets – this is why you should too, even though AI promises more immediate returns.

TechRadar · Jun 8

U.S. Households Have Paid Nearly $450 More Since Iran War Began, Analysis Shows

Americans have paid nearly $450 more per household in fuel-related costs since the start of the U.S.-Iran war, a new analysis shows.

International Business Times · Jun 1

Moody's upgrades Reliance Industries rating to Baa1, now 2 notches above India's sovereign rating

The ratings agency said Reliance benefits from "counter-cyclical business segments, significant international exposure (with over one-third of revenues derived from exports), and limited reliance on government-linked revenues," which support its ability to generate stable earnings across business cycles.

The Economic Times · May 29

Indian banks more exposed to West Asia crisis among APAC region: Moody's

Indian banks face significant exposure due to energy import reliance. Higher fuel costs will strain consumers and businesses, increasing credit stress. Non-bank lenders with unsecured retail loans are particularly vulnerable. Despite these pressures, Indian banks possess strong capital buffers.

The Economic Times · May 27

Are Wall Street Analysts Bullish on Moody’s Corporation Stock?

Amid AI-related pressures, are analysts bullish on Moody’s Corporation stock?

Barchart · May 25

Elevated energy prices to weigh on near-term credit conditions of Indian cos: Moody's

Indian companies face near-term credit challenges due to high energy prices. Geopolitical risks and trade developments also shape the corporate landscape. While some sectors like capital goods and defence show strength, others like aviation and fertilisers face headwinds. Weather patterns could impact rural demand for sectors such as tractors and…

The Economic Times · May 25

GameStop Wants to Buy eBay. It Could Collapse Its Credit Rating and Valuation in the Process.

GameStop faces a potential credit rerating as it attempts to acquire eBay.

Barchart · May 20

Greek stocks vs. Nasdaq 100: Which market won in the last 5 years?

The Athens market has returned 146% in five years, beating the Nasdaq 100. A long read on how a 92% crash became one of finance's best turnarounds.

Euronews · May 19