"In recent years, too many financial firms have put taxpayer money at risk by operating hedge funds and private equity funds and making riskier investments to reap a quick reward.
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In recent years, too many financial firms have put taxpayer money at risk by operating hedge funds and private equity funds and making riskier investments to reap a quick reward.
"Serious political risk continues to be a key ratings constraint, and as a result, the operatingandfinancial risks facing corporations continue to be high or even growing, " she said darkly.