CARE Ratings Limited is a credit rating agency in India. The company provides ratings, research, and risk as well as policy advisory services. It offers credit ratings for various entities such as corporates, banks, financial institutions, structured finance instruments, state governments and urban local bodies.

CARE Ratings has established itself as a leading player in the Indian credit rating industry with a strong track record of providing timely and accurate credit opinions to market participants. Its range of services includes SME ratings, IPO grading, mutual fund rankings, and governance ratings.

The company utilizes innovative technology and analytical tools to assess the creditworthiness of entities across different sectors. CARE's rigorous methodology involves evaluating qualitative factors along with quantitative data to provide comprehensive insights into an entity's credit profile. One factor that makes CARE Ratings stand out from its competitors is its extensive coverage of microfinance institutions (MFIs) which enables it to cater effectively to this growing segment. Additionally, the firm’s deep understanding of the Indian business landscape allows it to offer nuanced assessments that are valuable for investors and other stakeholders. In terms of collaboration and partnerships, CARE Ratings has tied up with international agencies like Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR), Moody's Investors Service Inc., Malaysia Rating Corporation Berhad (MARC), IBI-Rating Ukraine etc., allowing them access to global expertise while also extending their own reach internationally.