International Sanctions vs Sovereign Ratings
Sovereign credit ratings have long been associated with economic fundamentals. Today, however, geopolitics is increasingly shaping the credit conversation. International sanctions, once viewed [...]
Understanding Rating Arbitrage in Private Placement
SpaceX massive private placement ahead of its eventual public listing has become one of the most closely watched capital market transactions in recent [...]
How Industry Trends Affect Corporate Ratings
Credit strength and financial performance do not always evolve in tandem. A company may report stable earnings, moderate leverage, and consistent cash flows, [...]
Capital Follows Confidence: The Rating Intersection
Economic development is often discussed in terms of infrastructure, industrialisation, innovation, and public policy. Yet behind each of these lies a common requirement: [...]
CPs, Credit Ratings & Market Dynamics
The Nigerian Commercial Paper (CP) market has changed significantly in recent years. What was once a relatively quiet corner of the Debt Capital [...]
Unlocking Nigeria’s Power Sector Through Credit Rating
Electricity in Nigeria is more than infrastructure; it is deeply tied to productivity, investment, jobs and everyday life. Yet decades after reforms and [...]