The AAA, AA and A rating systems were introduced internationally in 1989, and since 1996 domestic companies have demonstrated their business stability in the form of a Bisnode certificate. After the merger, the name of the ratings issued by the company was changed to a Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) Certificate.
Dun & Bradstreet's decision is based on objective financial indicators and algorithms, and there is no request or application process.
The rating system examines company and market trends and includes financial information, balance sheet data and profit and loss statements for the company, in addition to data from official sources. It also takes into account the age, activity, size and ownership of the company and monitors press coverage.
The rating is not only based on Dun & Bradstreet's outstanding international experience but also reflects Hungarian specifics, thus providing a company rating that is unique in our country. The Dun & Bradstreet certificate is used in many European countries in various business sectors. It is an excellent signal to competitors, employees or even potential investors that the company is a strong, financially sound player in the market.
In Hungary, only 9.82% of companies are eligible for AAA, AA or A ratings, with only 0.63% of companies in Hungary having the highest rating, AAA (Triple A). The AAA rating means that the financial risk of doing business with a company with this rating is extremely low.