Risks to some issuer ratings in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states could increase under a hypothetical scenario in which traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is disrupted through most of 2027, Fitch Ratings says in a new report.
Oman is seeking to strengthen its position as a destination for international investment, supported by an investment-grade credit rating, economic reforms and regulatory frameworks aligned with international standards. A key element of that strategy is the International Financial Centre of Oman (IFC Oman).
The credit rating agency Moody’s has reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s credit rating at “Aa3” with a “stable” outlook.
The credit impact of a potential escalation between Iran and the US will remain contained, similar to June 2025 (targeted and limited in scale and duration), says S&P Global Ratings in a published report.
