Article: Fitch Affirms Mabe's IDR at 'BBB-'; Outlook Stable.

MONTERREY, Mexico -- Fitch Ratings has affirmed the ratings of Controladora Mabe, S.A. de C.V. (Mabe) as follows:

--Local currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) 'BBB-',

--Foreign currency IDR 'BBB-',

--$200 million senior notes due 2015 'BBB-'.

The Rating Outlook is Stable.

The rating actions reflect Mabe's strong business position as Mexico's leading manufacturer and exporter of white-line home appliances, and its joint venture and relationship with General Electric (GE) for the supply of gas and electric ranges and refrigerators for the U.S. market. The ratings also reflect Mabe's geographic and product diversification, strong ...

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