Fitch labeled the company’s rating outlook as “positive,” and affirmed the non-investment grade ratings for HCA’s senior secured first lien notes, senior unsecured notes, secured bank credit facility and its default rating, according to the report.
The move by Fitch reflects HCA’s improved credit profile along with the potential for significant debt reduction as the company proceeds with its planned $2.5 billion initial public offering, according to the report.
Read the Bloomberg Businessweek report on HCA.
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