Bank expects the deal to enhance its small-business lending capabilities
Executives said in May that domestic loan growth would "moderate" in the second half of the year
Revenue growth in Canadian banking outpaced expenses in the fiscal third quarter
Canada's biggest banks are expected to report yet another strong quarter as the country's housing market shows signs of stability and rising interest rates add to their bottom line
But the increase may also lead to better returns for savers
This is despite the Canadian economy's growth failing to exceed 2% for 3 straight quarters
Business growth and improved efficiency were major contributors, says CEO
The lender's CEO aims to speed up efficiency improvements
Canada sets interest rates Wednesday, and there's widespread concern about what any further borrowing-cost increases might mean for consumers, their immense pile of debt and the housing market