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S&P Revises Fresenius SE Outlook to Positive
Fresenius SE has received a boost from S&P Global Ratings, which revised its credit outlook from stable to positive, while maintaining a BBB rating. This change comes as S&P recognized Fresenius' strong operational performance and cost improvements, alongside a reduction in leverage. The agency highlighted the company's simplified portfolio, emphasizing its resilience amid current market conditions.
Fresenius CFO Sara Hennicken, remarked on the revised outlook, affirming the company's strategy focused on long-term profitable growth and financial stability. Fresenius remains committed to its investment-grade status, upheld by Moody's at Baa3/stable and Fitch at BBB-/stable.
The company's capital allocation framework limits leverage to a range of 2.5 to 3.0x net debt/EBITDA, ensuring careful financial management.
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