Conservatives expected to maintain fiscal discipline
Strong commitment from RBC, Dexia BIL
Weak auto sector cast a shadow over positive year
Number of downgrades expected to increase
CESR to review proposed code of conduct
Current upward trend may soon moderate
Companies offering “unexplained” bonuses are associated with higher default rates, Moody’s says
Downgrades reflect size and scope of the company’s accounting adjustments
Stronger economy, robust profits contributes to trend
New scale covers 73 U.S and Canadian companies