OREANDA-NEWS. October 03, 2014. Rostelecom OJSC (MOEX - RTS: RTKM, RTKMP; OTCQX: ROSYY), Russia’s national telecommunications operator, today announces that its Issuer Default Rating (IDR) of ‘BBB-’ with a Stable Outlook has been affirmed by Fitch Ratings.

The Fitch report states that Rostelecom is likely to retain its leading market position in the fixed-line and broadband segments. Rostelecom will also continue to deliver B2G projects and enhance its leadership position as an ICT provider for the state.

Further information on Rostelecom’s ratings is available at http://www.fitchratings.ru/