On Nov. 11, 2011, we placed the 'BBB-/A-3' ratings on the Republic of Hungary on CreditWatch negative, owing to our view of the unpredictable policy framework. AS a result, we are placing our 'BBB-/A-3' ratings on OTP Bank and OTP Mortgage Bank on CreditWatch with negative implications. We expect to resolve the CreditWatch action on Hungary and the two banks this month pending further information from the Hungarian government regarding how it will address the ongoing economic challenges. LONDON (Standard&Poor's) Nov. 15, 2011--Standard&Poor's Ratings Services said today that it placed its 'BBB-/A-3' long- and short-term counterparty credit ratings on OTP Bank PLC (OTP), and its core subsidiary OTP Mortgage Bank, on CreditWatch with negative implications. The