Solid funding, diversified portfolios have plans on strong footing
Reduced energy intensity, credible monetary policy tempers threat, BIS says
Australia is most exposed to higher rates, a Fitch report said, while Canada ranked fourth
CREA said typical discounted five-year fixed rates have leaped from about 3% to 4% in a month
Spiking commodity prices, benchmark reforms reflected in derivatives markets
Some advisors are looking at GICs, short-term bonds, alternatives and mortgage products for clients
Savings needs have risen alongside wealth, a C.D. Howe report says
Inflation-targeting policies have been successful until recently
Higher rates should cool inflation, but low-income households face pain
Margin, earnings boost to be offset by asset and credit quality deterioration, Moody's says