The Fitch rating scale is used to assess the creditworthiness of governments, financial institutions and corporations. By providing a standardized measure of risk, the scale helps investors and other ...

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When you’re applying for a loan, credit card or lease, knowing the difference between your credit score and credit report can give you some insight into how your lender or landlord views you from a ...

Moody's Ratings on Friday announced a downgrade of the U.S. government's credit rating, moving it down a notch from the ratings agency's top tier amid concerns about the rising national debt, which ...