Sovereign

MARC Ratings has assigned a sub-sovereign credit rating of AA- with a stable outlook to the state of Kedah, based on the rating agency’s sub-sovereign rating scale. This is an unsolicited rating based on public information. Kedah’s rating is underpinned by its rising economic growth potential, supported by an expanding industrial base, and generally prudent […]

MARC Ratings has assigned an unsolicited sub-sovereign credit rating of AAA with a stable outlook to the state of Selangor. The rating reflects the state’s robust and sizeable economy, low debt burden, healthy reserves, and strong socioeconomic fundamentals, all of which underpin its long-term development trajectory. Selangor contributed RM406.1 billion, or 25.9%, to Malaysia’s real

MARC Ratings has assigned a sub-sovereign credit rating of AA+ with a stable outlook to the state of Perak, based on the rating agency’s sub-sovereign rating scale. The rating is unsolicited. This rating reflects Perak’s prudent fiscal management, its commitment to strategic, development-oriented spending, and a commendable low debt burden, all of which are significantly

MARC Ratings has assigned an unsolicited sub-sovereign credit rating of AAA with a stable outlook to the state of Johor. This rating reflects Johor’s resilient and expanding economy, persistent fiscal surpluses, exceptionally low debt levels, and stable political environment that underpins its long-term development trajectory. Johor holds a significant position in Malaysia’s economy, contributing RM148.2

MARC Ratings has affirmed its public information sovereign rating on Malaysia at AAA with a stable outlook based on its national rating scale. The AAA rating reflects the country’s credit strengths, which include an open and increasingly diversified economy, steady economic growth, effective monetary policies and a resilient financial sector. In 2024, Malaysia’s gross domestic

MARC Ratings has affirmed Terengganu’s sub-sovereign credit rating at AA- with a stable outlook based on the rating agency’s sub-sovereign rating scale. The rating reflects Terengganu’s healthy fiscal position, supported by its low debt levels, and substantial oil and gas resources. Terengganu has steadily reduced its debt, supported by the federal government’s strategic decision to

MARC Ratings has affirmed the State of Kuwait’s sovereign credit rating at AAA with a stable outlook based on the rating agency’s national rating scale. The rating reflects Kuwait’s strong fiscal and external balance sheets, underpinned by its strong position in the global oil market. Kuwait ranked as the fifth-largest Organization of the Petroleum Exporting

MARC Ratings has affirmed Sabah’s sub-sovereign credit rating at AAA with a stable outlook based on the rating agency’s sub-sovereign rating scale. The AAA rating reflects Sabah’s substantial fiscal buffers, high revenue base from its abundant natural resources and strong institutional framework. Sabah’s fiscal surpluses have led to consolidated funds reaching RM5.4 billion in 2022

MARC Ratings has affirmed the People’s Republic of China’s (China) sovereign rating at AAA with a stable outlook based on its national rating scale. The AAA rating reflects several credit strengths that include the country’s large, diversified and internationally competitive economy, proactive fiscal and monetary approaches, and robust external position. As the world’s second-largest economy,

MARC Ratings has affirmed its public information sovereign rating of AAA/Stable on Malaysia based on its national rating scale. The AAA rating reflects the country’s credit strengths, including a competitive and diversified economy that has maintained a relatively steady growth trajectory. Malaysia has consistently posted a current account (CA) surplus, which contributes to a stable