Month: January 2026

Qualcomm Inc., the U.S.-based semiconductor and wireless technology leader, holds a solid investment-grade credit profile supported by strong fundamentals and prudent financial management. Across major credit rating agencies, Qualcomm’s ability to meet financial commitments and sustain access to capital markets is viewed favorably – a critical advantage in a cyclical and capital-intensive industry. Investment-Grade Ratings from S&P…

Roblox Corporation has experienced a pronounced shift in its credit risk profile over recent years, reflecting both sector-wide volatility and company-specific improvements. According to the credit risk assessment prepared by martini.ai, Roblox operates “as a leading online platform enabling users to create and engage in immersive 3D experiences,” while simultaneously pursuing a growth strategy that requires…

This article is an independent commentary on macroeconomic research published by NORD/LB. It is based on a Macro Research News Flash authored by Christian Lips, Chief Economist at NORD/LB, following the release of the January results of the German ifo Institute’s monthly business climate survey. The commentary builds on NORD/LB’s published assessment and discusses the potential implications for credit ratings. Macroeconomic…

As the 2025 reporting season gathers momentum, investors and credit analysts are once again confronted with a flood of new numbers, guidance updates, and strategic narratives. In such phases, it is particularly valuable to take a step back and assess what the existing body of information already tells us about a company’s underlying risk profile. Before focusing…

Equity markets have started the year on a positive trajectory, a development that has important implications for credit ratings and the perception of default risk across sectors. According to Timo Steinbusch, Head of Portfolio Management at apoBank, “the first trading days are constructive and show a fundamentally positive market sentiment.” This sentiment helps mitigate near‑term…