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.
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Headcount trend
KBRA went from 409 employees in Jul 2023 to 508 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 76 people joined, 15 left.
Headcount data through Jun 2025
Org structure
Headcount by department
H-1B sponsorship
The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 8 filings.
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KBRA FAQ
How many employees does KBRA have?
KBRA has about 508 employees, up 2% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.
Does KBRA sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. KBRA filed 8 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
What is KBRA's revenue per employee?
KBRA makes about $268K in revenue per employee, based on $136.32M annual revenue and 508 employees.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.
