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The requirements in COB do not apply to Credit Rating Agencies, with the exception of COB 14 (Credit Rating Agencies).

Guidance: Credit Rating Agencies

In order to ensure that Credit Rating Agencies provide independent analyses and opinions, COB 14 requires Credit Rating Agencies to comply with high-level principles that are based on international standards promoted by the International Organisation of Securities Commissions.