Merger activity subdued, but the benefits of scale only continue to grow
Earnings hurt by declining property values, rising credit losses
Underwriting activity expected to pick up monetary policy eases, DBRS says
Rising refinancing risk, weaker valuations portend further loan losses
Banks, insurers tend to benefit from higher rates even as financial stress builds, rating agencies say
Ailing sector poses a headwind to earnings, threat to credit quality
Disruption to key global shipping lanes has varied credit impacts, DBRS says
SEC approval clears the way for mainstream industry to get into crypto, but risks remain
The ratings agency says the provinces have strong fiscal discipline
Pipeline of female leaders diverted by workplace shifts, DBRS says