Abu Dhabi, UAE, 6 May 2026: First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s global bank and one of the world’s largest and safest financial institutions, has had its ‘AA-’rating with a Stable Outlook affirmed by Fitch Ratings.

Fitch highlighted FAB’s flagship status within the UAE and Abu Dhabi, supported by its strong domestic franchise, robust funding and liquidity profile, and sound asset quality. The agency also noted FAB’s significant exposure to government and public-sector entities, alongside strong capitalisation and ample liquidity buffers, with a Group CET1 of 12.8% and a liquidity coverage ratio (LCR) of 145% as of March-end 2026.
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