Fitch Confirms Riyad Bank's Ratings, Outlook on Potential Saudi Government Support

MT Newswires · 2d ago
10:02 AM EST, 12/08/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Fitch on Monday affirmed the long-term issuer default ratings of Riyad Bank (SASE:1010) at A-, with stable outlooks. The rating aligns with the Saudi Arabian bank's a- government support rating, which reflects the strong ability and willingness of Saudi authorities to support domestic banks. Fitch also noted Riyad Bank's favorable operating environment, well-established domestic franchise, and sector-aligned risk profile, among others, as key rating drivers.