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Free Publications |
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Economics |
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RAM Economic Outlook - Review & Update |
This half-yearly publication provides updates on our short-, medium- and long-term outlook on the domestic economy. |
Half-yearly |
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RAM Economics Commentary |
Features comments on the current issues and events influencing the domestic economy. |
Ad hoc |
| RAM Economic Monitor |
This publication aims to accurately reflect current economic activity and provide signals of future trends and significant economic events. In short, a monthly update on key economic indicators, providing a snapshot of the country’s economic performance. |
Monthly |
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Ratings |
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CreditPulse |
RAM Ratings’ CreditPulse encompasses our outlook on the credit market and key industries in Malaysia. This annual publication has gained much recognition vis-à-vis our market-shaping opinions. It also provides insights on specific debt issuers within RAM Ratings’ universe, in the context of our views on the prospects of the relevant economic sectors. |
Annually |
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Banking Bulletin |
Unique to the Financial Institution Ratings Group, the annual Banking Bulletin represents RAM Ratings’ commentary on the prospective performance of and outlook on the banking sector. It is essentially a snapshot of the financial institutions within our portfolio, as well as the current issues surrounding the domestic and international banking arenas. The Banking Bulletin has been much sought after since its debut in 2007. |
Annually |
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StandPoint Commentary |
As the name suggests, the StandPoint Commentary offers RAM Ratings’ views on current issues and events pertaining to specific industries in the domestic economy. Released on an ad hoc basis, this publication aims to keep our readers abreast of the latest topics in the market. |
Ad hoc |
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Corporate-Default & Ratings-Performance Study |
Published annually, RAM Ratings’ Corporate-Default & Ratings-Performance Study is renowned for tracking the ratings performance of the Malaysian bond market; it also examines default experience over a 5-year period. In addition, it addresses rated corporates’ credit trends in terms of notched ratings, supported by a comprehensive analysis of rating-migration patterns. This study provides evidence on the consistency and quality of our ratings, and underlines the high standards and analytical rigour that shape our rating decisions. |
Annually |
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Rating Criteria & Methodology |
RAM Ratings’ Rating Criteria & Methodology provides transparency on and a better understanding of our rating approach, methodology and criteria, rating factors, and rating policy, among others. As our rating spectrum expands, we will keep you informed of our new criteria and methodology. |
Ad hoc |
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Quarterly results commentaries |
Consistent with RAM Ratings’ monitoring process for all our rated debt issues, the Quarterly Commentary provides an updated performance review and outlook on the public-listed entities within our portfolio. |
As and when quarterly results are published |
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Sukuk Focus |
The quarterly Sukuk Focus is dedicated to informing and educating interested individuals who actively seek knowledge specifically on the various issues concerning sukuk, the industry developments and also the trends in the domestic and international Islamic capital markets. The educational contents are designed to accelerate the learning curve of those who are new to Islamic capital market as well as to the current players. This newly revamped publication also aims to stimulate further discussions, research and development, all with a view to enabling the Islamic capital market to effectively meet the increasing sophistication of the investment community. |
Quarterly |
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RAM League Table |
Released on a quarterly basis, the RAM League Table features a lead managers’ league table for corporate bonds and sukuk issues, in terms of both programme value and number of issues. At the same time, there will be a summary of activity in the rated bond market during that specific period. |
Quarterly |
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Paid Publications |
Description |
Frequency |
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Rating Rationales |
Rating rationales are comprehensive accounts of the various credit risk factors influencing the issuers and their rated debt securities. This publication is intended as a complete and regularly updated resource for corporate treasurers as well as commercial lenders and finance directors whose responsibilities are to relate counterparty risks to returns. |
As and when ratings are published |
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RAM Bond Newsletter |
A monthly publication aimed at keeping the public informed of the latest trends and issues in the Malaysian bond market. It also helps promote bond financing and investment, in addition to increasing public awareness on the role of credit ratings. |
Monthly |
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Malaysian Sukuk Market Handbook |
A comprehensive guide that serves as a practical tome for institutions and professionals keen on unlocking maximum value from the domestic Islamic capital market. |
One-off |