How governments unwind fiscal stimulus programs and manage deficits will have a big impact on how 2010 and beyond play out
Consumers returning to long-term mutual funds
Canadian operations complemented by U.S. market presence, rating agency says
Risk management gets thumbs-up from DBRS; Canada has the world’s soundest banking system, says World Economic Forum
Credit outlook remains strong despite the ongoing rise in loan loss provisions
Loan loss provisions to rise in the near term
Low leverage, superior liquidity positions and strong sponsorship support credit ratings
Rating actions forecast to be predominately negative through the next 18 months
Trend now negative
Most private pension plans in Canada are “in a relatively strong position, considering the poor equity market performance and falling interest rates that have affected returns”