Fitch Upgrades BP plc to 'A'; Outlook Stable

Today's rating watch resolution and subsequent rating upgrade primarily reflects an end to the threat of further leaks from the Macondo well in the Gulf of Mexico. The 'A' rating also reflects both the improved visibility of potential liability scenarios the company could still face and substantial progress that BP has made to date in building up liquidity to address potential financial payments.

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