MARKETSSTORY 1044· JULY 5, 2026

Lafayette Square USA Retains Investment-Grade Standing After Morningstar DBRS Confirms BBB (low) Rating

Washington-based Lafayette Square USA, Inc. has received confirmation of its Long-Term Issuer Rating and Long-Term Senior Debt rating at BBB (low) with a Stable trend from Morningstar DBRS. The affirmation, announced June 30, 2026, keeps…

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