We expect Guatemala-based bank Banco G&TC to maintain its strong business profile as one of the largest bank in the country, and to diversify its loan portfolio in 2014. Our projected risk adjusted capital ratio remains moderate considering a capital injection for about $50 million during 2014. We are affirming our 'BB' long-term and 'B' short-term issuer credit ratings on the bank. As the sovereign ratings constrain our ratings on Banco G&TC, our ratings on it will likely move in tandem with those on the sovereign. MEXICO CITY (Standard&Poor's) March 24, 2014--Standard&Poor's Ratings Services affirmed its 'BB/B' counterparty credit ratings on Banco G&T Continental S.A. The stand-alone credit profile (SACP) remains at 'bb+'. The outlook is
