Strength in secondary offerings overcomes weak IPO market
While pockets will suffer from rising rates, overall stress should be modest
Statistics Canada found household disposable income rose 1.0%, while credit market debt gained 0.8%
Foreign exchange gains offset by equity, bond market weakness
Higher capital levels would give the banks a bigger cushion, given the weaker economic outlook, report says
OSFI says that vulnerabilities are high, but haven't intensified in recent months
CSA publishes systemic risk survey summary
Revenues were down slightly in Q4, while expenses and loan provisions were up
Tighter financing environment, declining economic growth to drive defaults
Rating agency sees modest profit improvement ahead for industry