Firms have made substantial improvements in their governance of compensation processes
Higher dividends did not distinguish the best performing banks
Investment banks eager to provide firms with ample amounts of credit at favorable terms
Canada’s big banks are supportive of the new regulations, but their concern is that the right balance won’t be achieved
The online business is important to parent RBC, but so are the insurance branches it has opened across the country
Losses incurred in future crises must be borne by the institutions themselves
Despite the increasing popularity of online banking, retail branches are still seen as vital channels for sales and service
Stronger disclosure and market discipline necessary to prevent bank failures
Global economy may continue to be weak for an extended period
Committee to concentrate efforts on implementation of Basel III