Lianhe Ratings Global Limited (“Lianhe Global”) has affirmed ‘BBB+’ global scale Long-term Issuer Credit Rating of Fujian Zhanglong Group Co., Ltd. (“Zhanglong Group” or “the company”); Issuer Rating Outlook Stable.
The Issuer Credit Rating reflects a high possibility that the Zhangzhou Municipal People’s Government (“Zhangzhou government”) would provide strong support to Zhanglong Group if needed, in light of its 90% ownership of Zhanglong Group, Zhanglong Group’s strategic position as an important state-owned assets operation and development entity of Zhangzhou and the strong linkage between the Zhangzhou government and Zhanglong Group, including management supervision, strategic alignment, and ongoing operational and financial support. In addition, the Zhangzhou government may face significant negative impact on its reputation, business and financing activities should Zhanglong Group encounter any operational or financial difficulties.
The Stable Outlook reflects our expectation that Zhanglong Group’s strategic importance would remain intact while the Zhangzhou government will continue to ensure Zhanglong Group’s stable operation.