HONG KONG, May 13 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) — AM Best has revised the outlook to negative from stable for the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of B++ (Good) and the Long-Term ICR of “bbb+” (Good) of Korea P&I Club (KP&I or the Club) (South Korea). The outlook of the FSR is stable.
The Credit Ratings (ratings) reflect KP&I’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strong, as well as its adequate operating performance, limited business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management. The ratings also reflect the wide range of support that the Club receives from the South Korean government.