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Greece's Credit Rating Upgraded Amid Economic Confidence Boost

3/15/2026

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Moody's Investors Service upgraded Greece's long-term issuer rating from Ba1 to Baa3, reflecting increased international confidence in the economy.
The debt-to-GDP ratio is projected to fall from 156.1% in 2024 to 140.6% by 2026.
Greece is expected to post a primary budget surplus of 4.4% of GDP in 2025.
Moody's cautions that growth may slow as EU recovery funds are absorbed, though solid support for green transitions helps mitigate risks.

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Moody's Investors Service upgraded Greece's long-term issuer rating from Ba1 to Baa3, reflecting increased international confidence in the economy.
The debt-to-GDP ratio is projected to fall from 156.1% in 2024 to 140.6% by 2026.
Greece is expected to post a primary budget surplus of 4.4% of GDP in 2025.
Moody's cautions that growth may slow as EU recovery funds are absorbed, though solid support for green transitions helps mitigate risks.