Moody's Improves CABEI's Outlook from Stable to Positive

TEGUCIGALPA, Honduras, Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Credit rating agency Moody's has improved the Central American Bank for Economic Integration's (CABEI) outlook from Stable to Positive, affirming its international credit risk rating at "Aa3." This action represents the third positive credit rating action for the Bank in the past twelve months, reaffirming its position as the best credit in Latin America.

According to the official statement issued by the rating agency, the improved outlook reflects CABEI's advances in the geographic diversification of its exposures, driven by the recent execution of two Exposure Exchange Agreements (EEAs), as well as the strengthening of its capital adequacy and liquidity metrics. Moody's also highlighted the Bank's increasingly diversified access to international capital markets, particularly through sustainable finance instruments, which reinforces an already solid liquidity position and reliable market access.

Additionally, Moody's affirmed the Bank's long-term international credit risk rating at "Aa3," noting its strong capital position and prudent leverage management, supported by asset performance that remains among the strongest in the world for multilateral development banks. As of year-end 2024, the Bank reported no arrears in its portfolio, reaffirming its status as a preferred creditor.

CABEI's Executive President, Gisela Sánchez, stated: "These past few days have been truly exceptional for the Bank. Achieving two positive rating actions in just a few days is an extraordinary milestone that reflects the coordinated effort, technical rigor, and strategic vision that guide our management. These recognitions send a clear and compelling message to our investors in the 26 markets where we are present: CABEI is stronger and better prepared than ever. We will continue working with determination to translate this improved outlook into a higher rating as soon as possible, thereby consolidating our clear commitment to financial excellence to better serve our member countries."

In this regard, CABEI will continue to consolidate its position as the leading source of multilateral financing in the region. All of this is supported by a robust financial position framed within technical rigor and operational efficiency, reaffirming the trust of its member countries, strategic partners, and international market investors.

SOURCE CABEI