ABS purchases to leave ECB with ‘minimal credit risk’

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ABS purchases to leave ECB with ‘minimal credit risk’

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The European Central Bank’s focus on senior ABS tranches for its purchase programme means it will be taking on “minimal” credit risk, according to figures from Fitch, while the ratings agency also rejected the idea that the programme would lead to looser lending practices in Europe.

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