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Credit Spotlight on Global Defense
Rising defense budgets and investment in new technologies are seeing a boost to the credit quality of global aerospace and defense firms. Credit Benchmark reviews recent credit trends in the industry.
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Australian Mining Companies: Credit Steadily Improves
The past few years have been volatile for the global mining industry. Yields are declining as existing ore bodies are worked out, which is constraining

UK Retail Credit Trends Highlight Broad Weakness
Recent UK sales data shows continued weakness. Rising costs and weak demand has led some chains to consider closing stores (Debenhams, New Look) while others

Tariffs: US/EU Credit Distribution
The US has announced measures to protect the Steel and Aluminium sectors in the US. If implemented, the policy will impose tariffs of 25% (Steel)

February Credit Update: Upgrades and Downgrades are Balanced
Credit Benchmark has published the latest monthly credit consensus data (from January 2018), with 20 contributor banks now providing bank-sourced credit views (CBCs*) on almost
Winter Olympics: The Credit Factor
Is there any relationship between credit quality and sporting performance? Previous research by Credit Benchmark has shown a possible link using data from the 2016

Risk.Net: February Credit Data Review
“Cyril Ramaphosa has a lot on his plate. The new South African president succeeded Jacob Zuma on February 15, after allegations of corruption triggered his