Sovereign Risk

Course Overview

This interactive course will highlight the drivers of sovereign and country ratings, thus enabling the analyst to identify key data and appreciate the information contained in rating reports.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the fundamental drivers of sovereign and country ratings, including economic, political, and financial factors that influence a country’s creditworthiness.
• Develop the ability to identify and analyse key data points relevant to sovereign risk assessment, enhancing proficiency in evaluating the financial stability and risk profile of nations.
• Gain insights into the methodology and criteria used by rating agencies to determine sovereign ratings, including the assessment of fiscal health, debt levels, and external balances.
• Enhance skills in interpreting rating reports, learning how to extract and appreciate critical information contained within these reports to inform investment decisions and risk analysis.
• Learn to anticipate potential changes in sovereign ratings by understanding the impact of macroeconomic indicators, geopolitical events, and policy decisions on a country’s rating outlook.
• Prepare to effectively communicate the implications of sovereign ratings and rating changes to stakeholders, utilizing an informed perspective to support strategic planning, investment analysis, and risk management.