Independent firms like Moody's and S&P assess the creditworthiness of governments and corporations, assigning letter grades that signal default risk to investors. These ratings guide lending decisions, influence borrowing costs, and help portfolio managers, banks, and regulators gauge financial stability before committing capital.
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