Fitch Affirms Close Brothers Group's Rating on Weak Business Profile, Strategic Execution Risks

MT Newswires · 1d ago
12:54 AM EST, 12/16/2025 (MT Newswires) -- Fitch on Monday affirmed Close Brothers Group's (CBG.L) BBB long-term issuer default rating, citing the weakened business profile and risks associated with its restructuring. The rating agency said the rating also reflects the UK merchant banking group's weakened operating profitability and asset quality, offset by its sufficient capitalization and strong liquidity. The outlook on the rating is negative, reflecting the uncertainties surrounding the restructuring and potential impacts of regulatory measures.