Moreover, corporate balance sheets are strong, financial institutions are sound, and credit markets are functioning well. Although  2  BIS Review 26/2001  consumer debt loads have increased, with rising incomes and lower interest rates households are in a better position to service those debts. In sum, Mr. Chairman, I believe that Canada is well placed to weather this period of economic adjustment.
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