Strengths are high market shares, well-known brands, the low cyclicality of non-discretionary consumer products, and a strong financial risk profile. Moderate profitability and low diversification outside Norway are constraints.

The rating reflects Tine’s very strong credit metrics despite pressures on operating performance from cost inflation and decreased domestic sales volumes.

The issuer rating reflects the company’s low industry risk, favourable regulatory environment, leading domestic market positions in its key segments and strong financial risk profile.