S&P Global Ratings has upgraded Iceland ´s long-term foreign and local currency credit ratings to 'A+' from 'A'. The outlook is stable. The upgrade reflects Iceland's continued strong growth momentum, despite the economy already surpassing its pre-pandemic peak in the first quarter of 2022. S&P forecasts a growth of 3.8% in Iceland for 2023, which is stronger than for other sovereigns rated by S&P in Europe. The key tourism sector, which represents around 30% of exports, is performing well and m
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