Rivals ramping up competition, but U.S. firms have inherent advantages
Plus, other product/index launches, fund name and management changes
Amid possible mega-merger, industry primed for consolidation
U.S. proposal to cap rates could slash bank revenues, curb economic growth
Most Western banks had already exited sanctions-ridden Venezuela
Operating environment unfavourable as risks, uncertainty, rise
As economic challenges persist, more Canadians fall behind on bills
Operating environment to remain solid, amid ongoing macro risks
U.S. banks well armed for credit stress, but confidence can be fragile: DBRS
Unemployment key to credit quality, lenders' bottom lines