How Moody’s Ratings empowers market participants to navigate risk in a new era

As structural shifts in economies, societies and the physical environment gather pace, new challenges at the local, regional and global levels are colliding – and multiplying.
“Market participants must now contend with cyber-attacks, operational failures, the digitalisation of finance, supply chain bottlenecks, fragmented regulatory environments, climate change, changing consumer habits, growing geopolitical tensions and environmental and social pressures,” said Maria Lee, Moody’s Ratings’ Managing Director and Head of Relationship Management for Asia-Pacific.
That’s where Moody’s Ratings comes in. A leading global provider of credit ratings, research and risk analysis, Moody’s Ratings has rated over $9 trillion of debt and more than 2,150 organisations and structured deals* in Asia Pacific. The agency’s trusted insights help market participants navigate turmoil, market volatility and evolving risks in the areas of digital finance, cybersecurity and transition finance, by offering unparalleled insights and solutions that empower stakeholders to make informed decisions in dynamic markets.
Leveraging local expertise to deliver insights into regional markets
In collaboration with its affiliates in Asia Pacific, Moody’s Ratings offers comprehensive insights into the risks and dynamics of local markets across the region. Through its strategic relationships with reputable local entities, the agency leverages region-specific expertise to enhance its thought leadership.
In China, this is facilitated through CCXI, while Korea Investors Service provides extensive coverage in Korea. In South and Southeast Asia, MARC in Malaysia contributes localised insights, ICRA Limited serves as Moody’s Ratings partner in India, and VIS Rating offers specialised knowledge in Vietnam.
Each of these affiliates brings a deep understanding of their respective markets, enabling Moody’s Ratings to deliver nuanced and accurate assessments that consider the region’s unique economic and financial landscapes.
Expanding technology solutions to banking customers
As part of its commitment to enhance transparency and foster informed decision-making, Moody’s Ratings expanded its IssuerFocus platform to banking issuers globally in July 2024. This service, available to its publicly rated banking customers around the clock, offers a comprehensive suite of features, including 24/7 access to ratings, in-depth research and specific peer information within a customer’s sector.
IssuerFocus also provides valuable insights into investor interests, enabling banking issuers to better understand their perceptions and expectations.
“Our rollout of IssuerFocus is a significant step forward in our mission to empower our banking customers to make informed decisions through innovative technology solutions – such as this best-in-class digital portal – that drive efficiency and customer satisfaction,” said Lee.
Learn more about Moody’s Ratings at https://ratings.moodys.io/
*As of 1 July 2024.