Fitch Ratings decreased credit rating of Portugal

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Fitch Ratings decreased Portugal's government credit rating to BB- from BBB- putting Portugal in junk status. The agency took into account bleak economic outlook, high debt level and mass protests against austerity measures that can decrease the level of debt. However, experts admit the government commitment to the austerity plan is strong. The Portugal 20 index increased by 0.2%.

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