NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Credit default swap (CDS) spreads on Panasonic Corporation have firmed 32% over the past month, according to the latest case study from Fitch Solutions.
Another sign of growing market confidence for Panasonic is the year-over-year tightening with CDS spreads 77% tighter compared to 2012. 'The cost of credit protection on Panasonic's debt is now testing the lowest levels observed since August 2011,' said Director Diana Allmendinger
Panasonic's five-year probability of default is also signaling improved market sentiment, falling to 2.1% from 15.3% a year ago. 'Improved sentiment is likely attributed to Panasonic's continued restructuring along with efforts to improve profitability,' said Allmendinger.
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