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Moody's: Korean non-financial corporates' stable credit quality supported by steady economic growth

Hong Kong, November 22, 2016-- Moody's Investors Service says that its outlook for rated Korean non-financial corporates is stable for 2017, supported by steady economic growth, low commodity prices and the companies' competitive edges. "We expect financial leverage to remain broadly stable or slightly improve for most rated companies, backed by stable earnings and prudent investments," says Chris Park, a Moody's Associate Managing Director. "However, conditions vary by sector.
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