S&P Affirms US Sovereign Rating at AA+; Stable Outlook

Key Facts

In a move that underscores the stability of the world’s largest economy, S&P Global Ratings affirmed the U.S. sovereign credit rating at AA+ with a stable outlook. The agency cited the resilience of the U.S. economy and solid fiscal revenue collection, including from tariffs, as key factors.

The affirmation comes after S&P downgraded the U.S. from AAA to AA+ in 2011 during the debt ceiling crisis. According to market sources, Moody’s rates the U.S. at Aaa with a negative outlook, while Fitch assigns AA+. The stable outlook from S&P signals limited near-term downgrade risk.

With the outlook stable, no immediate rating change is expected. Investors will monitor upcoming U.S. economic data, inflation reports, and Federal Reserve policy signals for any potential shift in fiscal fundamentals that could affect the rating trajectory.