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An evaluation of the possibility of default by a bond issuer, based on an analysis of the issuer's financial condition and profit potential. Bond rating services are provided by, among others, Standard & Poor's, Moody's Investors Service and Fitch Investors Service.
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Bond
ratings start at AAA (being the highest investment quality)
and usually end at D (in payment default). |
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