Ford Debt Raised by S&P on Improved Image With Public

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Ford Motor Co.’s credit rating was raised two levels by Standard & Poor’s because of expectations the company will remain profitable and signs that customers have a better impression of the automaker’s vehicles.

The rating was raised to B+, the fourth level below investment-grade, from B-, S&P said today in a statement. The outlook is positive.