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Fitch drops Murmansk

Fitch Ratings in Murmansk

Global rating agency Fitch Ratings will no longer conduct ratings of Murmansk Oblast because of a reported lack of information.

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According to the agency, there is not sufficient information available about the region’s credit standing for future ratings. No more ratings and analysis for Murmansk Oblast will be conducted, a press release from the company reads.

The last rating of the region places it long-term position for international and domestic currency at BB- with a “stable” prognosis, while the short-term position is valued to B in international currency and A+ in domestic currency and with a “stable” prognosis.

The rating of the region is similar to the rating of the neighboring Republic of Karelia and show a high level of investment potential, the regional Ministry of Economic Development says, MBnews.ru reports.