Solid balance sheets, low leverage, likely to leave ratings unaffected
Expectations for economic and income growth were lower in an ECB survey
Tighter financing environment, declining economic growth to drive defaults
Rating agency expects 100 basis points of rate cuts next year
Strong U.S. economy single-handedly drives G7 results
Rate cuts to start materializing by mid-year
Geopolitical conflicts and inflation remain at the forefront of American consumers' minds
Recent survey finds 36% reported having missed a bill payment this year
51% of Canadians reported that they were $200 away or less from not being able to meet all their financial obligations
Latest report raises speculation that the Fed will leave interest rates unchanged at its next meeting