Convergence of capital markets and insurance marketplace showing no sign of abating, Fitch says
Yet, industrial issues in North America and Europe have continued to see more downgrades than upgrades in 2006
Derivative Fitch designed to provide credit derivatives market with ratings, research
eveloped markets continue to show a high degree of rating stability
Many investors are now wondering whether it is worth paying an extra layer of fees
Index credit derivative products grew 900% in past year: Fitch
Related-party influence and an absence of challenges due to lack of experience and expertise most glaring weaknesses
Ongoing return to health of Japanese banking system most notable
New report questions whether Basel II recommendations were appropriate
Flexible interpretation of accounting standards pose risks, Fitch says