Solid balance sheets, low leverage, likely to leave ratings unaffected
Fitch affirms traditional managers' ratings, despite challenging conditions
Deal is good for Canada, CEO says
Deal will allow Manulife to expand its credit offering with new strategies
The transaction supports Canaccord's strategy to grow wealth management
Economic uncertainty, tight finances weighing on deal flow
Banker tipped pal with inside info on potential M&A deals
Margin pressures, slowing loan growth and rising capital demands to continue
Strong trading activity offsets weakness in underwriting, M&A
Deadlines for large investors to report portfolio changes cut under rule changes