In Brief: Dutch ABN Amro Wins An AA-Plus from Fitch

ABN Amro Bank N.V. has received a long-term counterparty rating of AA-plus from Fitch Investors Service.

Fitch said the bank has a conservative management style and good funding access as well as an important role within the Dutch financial sector. The rating agency characterized the banking company's asset quality as "extremely high."

Fitch expressed concern about recent balance sheet expansion, which is currently outpacing capital growth.

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