Obesity Drug Access Wanting; Banking Clarity

Obesity Doctors Envisage More Access; Hurdles Persist -- Michael Shah talks about the findings from his survey of 100 doctors about the biggest weight-loss drugs.

Canada Banks Might Need Charges to Boost Leverage -- Paul Gulberg explains why the banks may build additional loan provisions and face other challenges.

Regional Banks Find Clarity as Debt, Capital Rules Unveiled -- Herman Chan says tougher regulations regarding capital and long-term debt look manageable.

Aldi Aims to Be Bigger Contender in Battle for US Grocery Share -- Jen Bartashus says Aldi's deal for Winn-Dixie and Harveys supermarkets will compete with Publix, Walmart and Kroger.

It's Up to Meta and Alphabet to Keep Communications Rolling -- Michael Casper lays out the challenges for this top-performing sector.

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