Sovereign ratings drive bulk of positive rating action
Policy could be a double-edged sword for renters, advocates warn
Short-term strength overshadowed by rising rate uncertainty
Downgrades outnumber upgrades, led by weakness in corporate junk
Credit conditions expected to improve, but risks abound, S&P says
U.S. bank failures possible, particularly for smaller banks with higher exposures
Proposals aim to improve quality, transparency of credit ratings
Canadian Bankers Association said it will assess the new policy when revealed
European regulator said violations involved conflicts of interest
High interest rates, slowing growth pose major challenges