OREANDA-NEWS. On August 11, 2008 Fitch Ratings has affirmed Uzbekistan-based Pakhta Bank's (PB) ratings at Long-term Issuer Default (IDR) 'B-' (B minus), Short-term IDR 'B', Individual 'D/E', Support '5' and Support Rating Floor 'B-' (B minus).

The Outlook on the Long-term IDR remains Stable.