S&P Global Ratings Named 2026 U.S. CLO Rating Agency of the Year
SPGI•S&P Global Ratings received CLO Rating Agency of the Year award at the 2026 GlobalCapital U.S. Securitization Awards for excellence in CLO credit analysis and transparency, building on prior European securitization awards this year. The honor underscores the firm's industry standards in methodologies and investor engagement within structured finance.
1. Award Recognition
On May 14, 2026, S&P Global Ratings was honored as CLO Rating Agency of the Year at the GlobalCapital U.S. Securitization Awards, highlighting its leading role in evaluating collateralized loan obligations and enhancing market transparency.
2. Analytical Excellence and Methodologies
The award reflects the firm’s commitment to delivering independent, high-quality credit analysis, underpinned by rigorous methodologies and deep market expertise that enable investors and issuers to make informed decisions with conviction.
3. Strategic Implications for S&P Global
Building on earlier wins as European CLO Rating Agency of the Year and Securitization Rating Agency of the Year, this recognition reinforces S&P Global Ratings’ market leadership, potentially strengthening its competitive position and client engagement in structured finance.




