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Fitch upgrades Portugal's rating to A+ with stable outlook

The credit rating agency Fitch has raised Portugal's rating to A+, maintaining a stable debt repayment outlook.

4 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The credit rating agency Fitch has upgraded Portugal's rating from A to A+, with a stable debt repayment outlook. This update reflects Fitch's assessment of the country's ability to meet its financial commitments.

Fitch also highlighted the projected trajectory of public debt reduction and the country's strong budget balances, which positively contribute to the new rating.

The Ministry of Finance emphasized that the rating upgrade places Portugal on par with countries like France and Belgium, indicating recognition of the country's economic progress.

The Prime Minister, in a separate statement, asserted that the motion of censure against the government makes no sense. This statement came amid an ongoing political debate but was not directly related to the rating upgrade.

Fitch is one of the leading credit rating agencies, and its evaluations influence the credit conditions and borrowing costs for countries.

The rating increase is generally seen as a positive sign for investors, reflecting confidence in a country's economic stability.

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