Sovereign rating activity drives sector's credit profiles
High-yield issues under pressure, investment-grade holds up
Deals to add scale, and acquisitions by banks likely, Fitch says
Despite challenges, sector's results remain solid, growth prospects bright
U.S. policy has shifted, but it's prudent for banks to still manage these risks
Sector could amplify and spread economic shocks
Sector proving resilient to trade turmoil, geopolitical risk
U.S. tariffs still seen slowing growth, boosting inflation: Fitch
Declining margins to weigh on big banks' profits in second half
Revenues, net income rise despite the spectre of uncertainty and economic damage