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Ratings Definitions

Rating
Definition
 
A
A-
The company’s ability to meet its financial commitments is extremely strong. The company’s fiscal circumstances are very solid and the company would be able to withstand adverse business and economic situations without impairing its ability to operate as an ongoing concern.  
 
 
B+
B
B-
The company’s financial situation is currently strong. The company may find that unfavorable business and economic trends may stress the company’s ongoing financial condition.  
 
 
C+
C
C-
The company’s financial condition is weak. In an unstable or rapidly changing business or economic environment the company will find it difficult to withstand those changes and the company may become distressed.  
 
 
D+
D
D-
The company’s current financial condition is very weak. Any adverse change in business or economic circumstances will have a serious impact on the company and its financial well being.  
 
 
F
Severe distress is likely. The financial capacity of the company is severely limited by its situation. Short term prospects of the company are severely impaired.  
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