
bank earnings


Scotiabank says rate cuts are easing pressure on borrowers, but warns tariffs could stall economic recovery
Scotiabank’s latest earnings show mortgage borrowers benefiting from recent rate cuts, but the bank warns looming U.S. tariffs pose economic risks.

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week
Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week:

Some mortgage borrowers renewing in 2025 to face an average $513 monthly payment increase: RBC
RBC also reported a sharp drop in remaining amortization periods thanks to Bank of Canada rate cuts in the fourth quarter.

Scotiabank sees rise in mortgage arrears but remains optimistic about renewals
In its fourth-quarter earnings call, the bank said higher-for-longer interest rates and elevated unemployment levels have put stress on some aspects of its portfolio.

RBC sees rise in mortgage delinquencies as ‘pockets of stress’ emerge in portfolio
While RBC says most of its clients remain resilient despite higher interest rates and rising payments, the bank acknowledges ‘pockets of stress’ among select borrowers.

Scotiabank says variable-rate mortgage clients “showing signs of stress”
Scotiabank says high interest rates are increasingly weighing on consumers, resulting in a credit deterioration among its variable-rate mortgage customers.

TD Bank sees mortgage volumes rise 7% in Q2, gains market share
Despite a slow real estate market and high interest rates, TD Bank reported a 7% increase in real estate secured lending (RESL) in the second quarter.

Banks to report second-quarter results as credit concerns persist
While there’s still room for surprises, Canadian banks are set to report results after a second quarter that was notable for its economic steadiness.

CIBC reports rising mortgage delinquencies, but doesn’t expect “material” losses
CIBC reported a rise in mortgage delinquencies in the first quarter, though they still remain below pre-pandemic levels and aren’t expected to translate into “material” losses, the bank said.