This was reported by RIA Novosti with reference to the agency's release.

It is noted that the long-term ratings of Gazprombank and Alfa-Bank were raised to 'BBB-' with a stable outlook.

Promsvyazbank's rating affirmed at 'BB', outlook improved to positive.

It is also reported that the banking system remains fairly liquid.

Earlier, the Bank of Russia expanded the list of systemically important banks to include Tinkoff.