Direct conflict joins slew of elections as ongoing threats to credit
Report comes amid upheaval in retail landscape
Weak consumer demand, reduced gov't spending are dragging on growth in China: economists
In June, monthly filings returned to pandemic heights
U.S. corporates' interest coverage continued decline in Q1
Weaker labour market, still-high interest rates and dwindling savings to crimp consumer spending
Despite initial cut, monetary policy remains restrictive, and economy faces other headwinds
Fund manager survey finds investor sentiment growing gloomy
Macro and sector-specific factors favour a rebound in North American deals
High rates, cautious consumers driving insolvency trends