Moody's Upgrades Embraer to Investment Grade Baa2 on Strong Metrics

Key Facts

1Moody’s upgraded Embraer's credit rating to Baa2, citing strong financial metrics and a return to investment grade.

In a move reflecting the recovery of the global aerospace sector and improved corporate solvency, Moody's Investors Service has upgraded Brazilian planemaker Embraer to an investment-grade rating of Baa2. According to reports, the upgrade is driven by the company's enhanced financial performance, strong liquidity position, and robust delivery metrics within its commercial and executive jet segments.

This positive assessment from Moody's reinforces the company's global market standing following a similar upgrade by Fitch, which is expected to lower borrowing costs and broaden the investor base. Per market data, this shift back into investment-grade territory signals international confidence in Embraer's financial sustainability and its capacity to maintain strong credit metrics.

Regarding market performance, the EMBJ stock stood at $75.49 (at close September 11, 2026), having reached a day high of $76.51. Investors are currently monitoring the stock's stability near the $75.01 support level, while looking ahead to the BCB Focus Market Readout scheduled for later today, September 14, for further insights into the Brazilian economic outlook.