Fitch Ratings has upgraded the national long-term rating on MTN Group to a higher level in the investment grade to 'AA -' from a 'A+' rating which referred to the grade wherein the economic situation could affect the finances.
The ratings have been upgraded along with a stable outlook, MTN said in a regulatory filing.
However, the announcement of any proposed transaction would likely result in a review of MTN's rating, it added.
MTN shares were trading up 0.08 per cent at 120.10 rand in the morning trade on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.
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