Fitch to Examine Japan Budget as Takaichi Pushes Growth-Focused Spending
Fitch Ratings will assess Japan’s next fiscal year budget to determine whether Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi can support economic growth while maintaining fiscal discipline and managing public debt.
Fitch Assigns B Minus Rating To Pakistan’s Proposed Dollar Eurobond
Fitch Ratings has assigned a B minus rating to Pakistan’s proposed US dollar denominated bond, with an RR4 Recovery Rating, while highlighting external liquidity, fiscal consolidation and governance risks.
Moody’s Upgrades Pakistan Credit Rating to B3 as Economic Conditions Improve
Moody’s upgrades Pakistan’s sovereign credit rating to B3 from Caa1, citing improved governance, stronger external buffers and continued macroeconomic stabilisation.
Sukuk Liquidity Nears Pre War Levels Despite Ongoing Geopolitical Tensions
Fitch Ratings says liquidity across most rated sukuk has improved significantly, with more than 75% scoring above 50 as of August 4, although levels remain below January readings.
Fitch Sees Downside Risk To $87 Per Barrel Brent Oil Forecast For 2026
Fitch Ratings says its $87 per barrel average Brent oil price forecast for 2026 faces increasing downside risks as oil supplies remain relatively comfortable, inventories stay elevated and Middle Eastern production could recover rapidly if shipping disruptions ease.
Fitch Expects Moderate Growth In Islamic Syndicated Financing During Second Half Of 2026
Fitch Ratings expects moderate growth in global Islamic syndicated financing during the second half of 2026, with activity concentrated in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Turkiye amid challenges in sukuk and bond markets.
Fitch Ratings Warns AI Valuation Correction and Geopolitical Shocks Pose Risks to Global Credit Markets
Fitch Ratings highlights short-term global credit risks from AI valuation uncertainties, Middle East geopolitical tensions, and slowing US consumption.
Fitch Ratings Warns Capex Cuts Threaten Pakistan Medium-Term Growth
Global credit agency Fitch Ratings issued an economic warning indicating that aggressive spending reductions could undermine long term domestic fiscal recovery.
Islamic Derivatives Gain Traction Amid Geopolitical Volatility but Market Gaps Restrain Global Expansion
Fitch Ratings highlights how regional instability has amplified the need for Shariah-compliant hedging instruments across Islamic banks and insurance firms.
Islamic Syndicated Financing Surges as Global Market Volatility Shifts Investor Strategy
Fitch Ratings reports a massive rise in Islamic syndicated financing during 1Q26 as geopolitical tensions drive issuers away from public US dollar sukuk and bond markets.