Borrowers took advantage of reduced volatility, lower rates to refinance debt
Legislation to regulate ESG ratings finalized, rules coming by year end
Search for higher returns brings array of added challenges too: Fitch
Sovereign rating activity drives sector's credit profiles
High-yield issues under pressure, investment-grade holds up
Despite challenges, sector's results remain solid, growth prospects bright
Sector proving resilient to trade turmoil, geopolitical risk
Outlook uncertain amid trade turmoil, fiscal response, macro fallout
Impaired loans continue to grow amid elevated interest rates, uncertainty
Redistribution from poor to rich will impact corporate revenues, credit risks