[ELI5] Downgrade on U.S. sovereign debt from AAA to AA+. Why is this important? What happens when a downgrade is issued? 341 viewsDecember 31, 2023 Question100.55K August 3, 2023 0 Comments https://www.fitchratings.com/research/sovereigns/fitch-downgrades-united-states-long-term-ratings-to-aa-from-aaa-outlook-stable-01-08-2023 In: 4 5 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted August 3, 2023 0 Comments ELI5: This is a risk assessment. It means that investors find it riskier to lend to US government. (Through bonds, etc.) *It is like you personally going to bank and ask for a loan of 10k, but the bank would only give you 8k because your credit score is a bit low.* You are viewing 1 out of 5 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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