KBRA

KBRA, or Kroll Bond Rating Agency, is a global full-service rating agency founded in 2010. The company is dedicated to providing accurate and transparent credit ratings, aiming to restore trust in the financial services sector. KBRA focuses on setting new standards for assessing risk and offers timely, in-depth research to the investment community. KBRA specializes in credit rating analysis, providing detailed ratings, outlooks, and watch statuses for various financial instruments and sectors. Its product offerings include KBRA Analytics, a platform that delivers high-quality data and advanced analytics, and KBRA DLD (Direct Lending Database), which offers insights into the direct lending market. The company maintains long-term relationships with key investors and originators, particularly in private credit and direct lending. Headquartered in New York, KBRA employs between 501 and 1,000 people.