Expect extended recovery following current U.S. recession
Some economists say it could take two years or more
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press, The Associated Press
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 14:59
Top Stories in News
From the Regulators
E-signatures prevent pre-signed forms, but pose other risks
MFDA issues revised guidance on the use of electronic signatures
- By: James Langton
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 14:17
Research and Markets
Housing starts weaker in May, excluding Quebec
Quebec data was absent from April due to pandemic measures, affecting monthly comparison
- By: The Canadian Press
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 13:28
Are investors too optimistic about equities?
The S&P 500 is up more than 13% in the last year despite ongoing economic uncertainty
- By: Michelle Schriver
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 13:16
From the Regulators
CSA seeking input on CFR challenges
Regulators will use feedback to develop guidance
- By: James Langton
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 12:48
Research and Markets
Covid-19 may be worsening income inequality, StatsCan finds
High earners more likely to be in jobs that can be done remotely
- By: James Langton
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 11:15
Research and Markets
Lessons from advisors on discussing responsible investing
Advisors presented best practices for engaging clients during an RIA virtual panel
- By: Katie Keir
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 10:40
Industry News
Firms ramp up recruiting push
Covid-19 hasn’t thwarted wealth management firms’ efforts to attract new talent
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 09:00
IIROC offers relief for reps unable to write exams
Dealers and representatives face issues due to CSI exams being suspended
- By: James Langton
- June 5, 2020 June 5, 2020
- 17:04
From the Regulators
U.S. regulator collects US$40 million in fines
SRO says top priority is returning money to harmed investors.
- By: James Langton
- June 5, 2020 June 5, 2020
- 15:46
Industry News
Feds to give $600 to Canadians with disabilities
The one-time payment will be tax free and is meant to cover pandemic-related costs
- By: Mark Burgess
- June 5, 2020 June 5, 2020
- 14:23
Products
Did liquid alts deliver during the downturn?
The stock market fallout from the Covid-19 pandemic provided a chance for liquid alt managers to prove their worth
- By: Mark Burgess
- June 5, 2020 June 5, 2020
- 13:10
U.S. stocks rise in shaky trading as oil prices keep climbing
Dow and Nasdaq finished in correction territory last week
- By: Yuri Kageyama and Matt Ott, The Associated Press
- March 30, 2026 March 30, 2026
- 09:13
S&P/TSX composite finishes in positive territory as oil rises
Xanadu Quantum Technologies jumps 11% on TSX debut Friday
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- March 27, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 17:00
Wall Street drops again to close its 5th straight losing week
"Diplomatic dissonance' related to Iran war dismaying investors: global equity strategist
- By: Stan Choe, The Associated Press
- March 27, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 10:45
US$4.6B class action against FNZ and the Caisse to proceed in May
Quebec pension fund is FNZ's primary shareholder
- By: Jonathan Got
- March 30, 2026 March 30, 2026
- 10:08
CIRO wraps guidance update project
SRO issues revisions to gatekeeper, trading supervision obligations
- By: James Langton
- March 27, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 16:28
Binance sanctioned for onboarding failures: ASIC
Retail investors allowed to qualify as pro investors due to weak controls
- By: James Langton
- March 27, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 16:23
Ottawa launches consultation on anti-fraud strategy
Clamp-down on scams may impose new obligations on financial institutions, among others
- By: The Canadian Press
- March 30, 2026 March 30, 2026
- 12:04
Stop putting non-financial items in budget bills: Senate
Separate legislation give Canadians, lawmakers opportunity to scrutinize separate issues
- By: Jonathan Got
- March 27, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 17:24
Ontario business owners to face greater tax burden when accessing retained earnings
Provincial budget’s cut to small business tax rate comes with adjustment for tax-integration purposes
- By: Michelle Schriver
- March 27, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 16:49
Industry moves: Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Canada adds veteran advisor
Plus, EQB gains talent, Fiera CEO on medical leave, and a leadership transition at Hazelview
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- March 30, 2026 March 30, 2026
- 12:00
Bank of Canada says Mendes leaving central bank, Kozicki to retire
Deputy governor posts to filled via an internal recruitment process
- By: The Canadian Press
- March 23, 2026 March 23, 2026
- 14:03
PBO nominee Annette Ryan enters spotlight at a pivotal time for federal finances
Interim PBO Jason Jacques' term expired at start of March
- By: Craig Lord, The Canadian Press
- March 23, 2026 March 23, 2026
- 09:28
CIRO clarifies its prediction markets requirements for dealers
Regulator addresses questions from market participants after Wealthsimple gets approval to launch event contracts
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- March 27, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 12:13
Wealthsimple gets regulatory green light to get in on prediction markets
It's the second firm in Canada to receive approval to offer futures and forecast contracts
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- March 25, 2026 March 25, 2026
- 17:41
ETF, mutual fund assets grow to record highs yet again
Both also recorded positive net sales in February, SIMA reports
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- March 24, 2026 March 24, 2026
- 16:28