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Austin Earns Triple-A Credit Rating | Texas News
Austin just earned the highest possible credit rating from all three major agencies, putting it on par with financial powerhouses like New York and Chicago. With Moody’s upgrading Austin’s debt rating to Aaa, the city now boasts a rock-solid financial reputation that could slash borrowing costs for massive infrastructure projects like airport and convention center upgrades. Investors see Austin as a top-tier, reliable borrower thanks to its diversified economy—powered by tech, UT, and state government—and smart fiscal moves like tackling pension and healthcare liabilities head-on. Moody’s…
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