Notification on the change of solicitation status.

The periodic review has resulted in no rating action.

Sterling's reserve-currency status, deep capital markets, a robust international framework and large and diversified economy support the ratings. Rising public debt, elevated financing costs, and a weak external sector are challenges.

The periodic review has resulted in no rating action.

The periodic review has resulted in no rating action.

The periodic review has resulted in no rating action.

Scope Ratings has updated its report on the Hypothekenpfandbriefe (Austrian mortgage covered bonds) issued by Bausparkasse Wüstenrot AG.

The periodic review has resulted in no rating action.

The periodic review has resulted in no rating action.

Robust budgetary performance, strong access to capital markets, solid liquidity buffer, a favourable debt profile, and a wealthy, diversified economy support the rating. A high but declining debt burden and limited expenditure flexibility are constraints.