MARKET INTELLIGENCE.

The article discusses the looming maturity of commercial real estate (CRE) loans and the potential impact on the market. It highlights the challenges faced by property owners in refinancing their loans due to falling valuations and higher interest rates. The article also mentions the concerns of banks and investors regarding the potential risks associated with the maturing loans. Additionally, it discusses the importance of scale in the credit card business and the consolidation of the industry among the largest issuers. [Extracted from the article]