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KBRA Releases Research – Middle East Conflict: Credit Implications

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KBRA releases research that explores the potential credit implications of the war in Iran, examining both the near-term implications and the potential ramifications of a prolonged conflict. The most immediate risks stem from the disruption to traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, alongside broader operational disruption and security risks in the region. Direct exposure across KBRA-rated transactions is limited, although a prolonged conflict could, over time, weaken macroeconomic conditions and pressure credit fundamentals. KBRA will continue to monitor developments and will take a measured and transparent approach as it assesses potential implications for rated issuers and transactions.

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Andrew Giudici, Global Head of Corporate, Project, and Infrastructure Finance
+1 646-731-2372
andrew.giudici@kbra.com

Joe Scott, Global Head of Financial Institutions
+1 646-731-2438
joe.scott@kbra.com

Joan Feldbaum-Vidra, Global Head of Sovereign Ratings
+1 646-731-2362
joan.feldbaumvidra@kbra.com

Yee Cent Wong, Lead Analytical Manager, Structured Finance Ratings
+1 646-731-2374
yee.cent.wong@kbra.com

John Hogan, Co-Head of Europe
+353 1 588 1191
john.hogan@kbra.com

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Adam Tempkin, Senior Director of Communications
+1 646-731-1347
adam.tempkin@kbra.com

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Contacts

Andrew Giudici, Global Head of Corporate, Project, and Infrastructure Finance
+1 646-731-2372
andrew.giudici@kbra.com

Joe Scott, Global Head of Financial Institutions
+1 646-731-2438
joe.scott@kbra.com

Joan Feldbaum-Vidra, Global Head of Sovereign Ratings
+1 646-731-2362
joan.feldbaumvidra@kbra.com

Yee Cent Wong, Lead Analytical Manager, Structured Finance Ratings
+1 646-731-2374
yee.cent.wong@kbra.com

John Hogan, Co-Head of Europe
+353 1 588 1191
john.hogan@kbra.com

Media Contact

Adam Tempkin, Senior Director of Communications
+1 646-731-1347
adam.tempkin@kbra.com

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