Fitch Withdraws Long-Term Issuer Default Rating for Ferrexpo
What happened
International rating agency Fitch Ratings withdrew the long-term issuer default rating of Ferrexpo plc, which focuses on mining operations in Ukraine. The agency stated the withdrawal was due to Ferrexpo deciding to stop participating in the rating process. Fitch explained it no longer had sufficient information to maintain the ratings or provide analytical services to the company.
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Why it matters
The rating action affects Ferrexpo's credit profile as a company with major assets in Ukraine. For Kernel, the rating downgrade increases the risk profile associated with its major investment in the company. The status of Ferrexpo as an LSE-listed company means the action impacts its market standing.
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Who's involved
- KernelMajor shareholder in Ferrexpo
- FerrexpoIndustrial group whose rating was affected
- FitchRating agency that conducted the review
- London Stock ExchangeStock exchange where Ferrexpo shares are traded
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.