Narrowing bond spreads signal confidence in borrowers, economy
Despite headline declines, core inflation proving resilient
Recession fears and inflation weigh on activity, a KPMG report says
Corporate balance sheets face pressure from rising interest costs
Earnings to remain under pressure as the sector faces slow growth and elevated costs
Financial pressure likely to intensify as mortgages reprice in years ahead
Economy, rate environment are the main risks to issuers' finances
Deal volume ticked up, value surged on mega-deal strength
Here's how certain trends may play out
North American revenues and margins expected to grow even as recession looms