Net interest margins tight, loan growth weak in first quarter, DBRS says
Sovereign ratings drive bulk of positive rating action
Desjardins says the transaction "does not call into question our business relationship with Fiera"
A rebound in investment banking represents a ray of hope for sector
Robust investment banking revenues to drive improved earnings
Merger activity subdued, but the benefits of scale only continue to grow
Two firms use same vendors, and iA has experience recruiting corporate advisors
Deal includes 16,000 accounts, $2 billion in assets, 30 advisors
The bank is now worth about $193 billion — about $50 billion ahead of TD Bank
Consolidation on hold as valuations sag, regulatory oversight intensifies