New Ratings

May 2007 | Ratings Update

We have implemented our new structural- and short-term political risk ratings, and have seen a slight improvement in Ecuador's ratings. The country's short-term political ratings rose from 51.0 to 62.5, placing it alongside Guatemala, while it's long-term (or structural) political ratings rose from 43.6 to 56.0, which is similar to El Salvador's ratings. Weighing heavily on the score is Ecuador's lack of policy continuity and a weak separation of powers, best illustrated by the recent political events surrounding the firing of 57 opposition deputies from congress. Indeed, we may see a rise in political tensions in the run up to

If you would like to subscribe to Andean Group Monitor and gain instant access to this article, please click here to subscribe.

If you would like to take a trial to Andean Group Monitor please click on the trial link below.