Rating
A judgment by a rating agency as to the credit quality of a bond.
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Downgrade (Ratings)
The lowering of a Rating by a Rating Agency. Lower Ratings indicate lower credit quality.
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Upgrade (Ratings)
The increasing of a rating by a rating agency. Higher ratings indicate higher credit quality.
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Continuing Disclosure Undertaking or Agreement (CDA)
Obligation, or “undertaking,” of the Issuer or an obligated person under SEC Rule 15c2-12, typically in the form of a contract or certificate.