Consumers face challenges in the second half of the year, including tighter credit and a weaker job market
To calm fears, DBRS calls for the return of a crisis-era guarantee
Deposits appear to have stabilized but profits face pressure from tighter financial conditions
The lawsuit, initially filed in September 2010, was set to go to trial next month
Tighter credit standards are expected to be followed by a reduction in lending
The job market is cooling but remains strong by historic standards
The proposal appears to acknowledge the FDIC is looking for ways to calm depositors and markets
Moody's says prudential requirements and supervision are likely to be stiffened
Toronto-based firm said it would use proceeds from the sale to pay down debt
Slowdown reflects impact of Federal Reserve's aggressive drive to tame inflation