Deutsche Bank on Review for Possible Downgrade From Moody’s
Ratings firm cites cost-cutting hurdles, worsening operating environment
Moody’s Investors Service said Monday it is reviewing Deutsche Bank AG’s credit rating for possible downgrade, citing risks to the lender’s profitability and cost-cutting plans in worsening markets.
The ratings firm said weakness in Deutsche Bank’s key securities-trading business helped prompt the move. It said the bank’s struggles in recent months reflect “rising execution hurdles” to slashing expenses and meeting other goals as the...






