Fitch upgrades Norman Regional Hospital Authority’s bonds to ‘BBB,’ withdraws rating

Fitch Ratings has upgraded to “BBB” from “BBB-” and simultaneously withdrawn the rating on Norman (Okla.) Regional Hospital Authority’s following bonds:

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  • $80 million of series 2007 bonds
  • $67 million of series 2005 bonds
  • $12 million of series 1996B bonds

The rating upgrade is based on a number of factors, including Norman’s improved operating profitability, strengthened liquidity and moderating debt burden.

Last year, Fitch revised Norman’s outlook to positive from stable.

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