11.   It is under review for possible downgrade by both companies.

12.   Its debt also is under review for possible downgrade by debt-rating agencies.

13.   Ratings agencies are watching Japan with an eye toward a possible downgrade.

14.   The ceiling remains on review for a possible downgrade.

15.   The credit rating company also put the financial strength ratings of five state-controlled banks under review for possible downgrade.

16.   The credit rating companies also said the debt remains on watch for a possible downgrade.

17.   The U.S. credit rating company also put PT Bank Danamon, the second-largest public-sector bank, on review for a possible downgrade.

18.   The U.S. credit-rating company last month also put Hokkaido Bank on review for a possible downgrade to speculative grade.

19.   These yields are more akin to bonds of companies with ratings below investment-grade, already reflecting the chance of an industry defeat and a possible downgrade.

20.   And if the accounts show unfavourable figures, they will see a possible downgrade in their credit ratings.