Thu, 24 Nov 2011 13:47:11 GMT
Fitch Ratings decreased credit rating of Portugal
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%.