Statistics Canada says economic growth in January slowed to 0.1%
Since January, the pandemic and a collapse in oil prices have significantly affected the economy
- By: The Canadian Press
- March 31, 2020 March 31, 2020
- 10:28
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Research and Markets
Slower growth, shifting asset mix facing fund sector: ISS
Research sees index funds taking over as asset growth slows
- By: James Langton
- March 30, 2020 March 30, 2020
- 17:20
Research and Markets
Energy sector pushes TSX higher despite big drop in price of crude oil
The TSX closed up 2.8% on Monday
- By: The Canadian Press
- March 30, 2020 March 30, 2020
- 16:33
From the Regulators
NASAA sees scam surge on the way
Regulators expect an array of pandemic-driven frauds
- By: James Langton
- March 30, 2020 March 30, 2020
- 15:24
Recession this year, bounce back in 2021: Moody’s
Canada's fiscal efforts will cushion the blow and set the stage for a rebound
- By: James Langton
- March 30, 2020 March 30, 2020
- 14:16
Industry News
Ontario court rules against CIBC in overtime class action lawsuit
Specific damages owing to employees in the class action have not yet been determined
- By: The Canadian Press
- March 30, 2020 March 30, 2020
- 14:03
Industry News
Large business, non profits, charities eligible for wage subsidy, Trudeau says
The federal bailout package to date is now valued at more than $200 billion
- By: The Canadian Press
- March 30, 2020 March 30, 2020
- 13:54
From the Regulators
Dealers warned of spike in account hacking
IIROC reports that account intrusions are increasing
- By: James Langton
- March 30, 2020 March 30, 2020
- 13:07
From the Regulators
After in-house reporting fails, tip to SEC pays off
Compliance whistleblower gets SEC award after internal reporting stumbles
- By: James Langton
- March 30, 2020 March 30, 2020
- 12:52
New services assist small businesses, individuals in wake of Covid-19
Advocis and others are offering free advice
- By: Maddie Johnson
- March 30, 2020 March 30, 2020
- 12:36
Industry News
A crisis guide to email auto-responses
Tips for crafting the right message
- By: Maddie Johnson
- March 30, 2020 March 30, 2020
- 12:10
Products
CIBC terminates Latin American fund
The fund is being terminated due to its small asset size
- By: IE Staff
- March 30, 2020 March 30, 2020
- 11:59
Industry News
Banks cut lending rates again
Banks followed the Bank of Canada, which cut its overnight rate again on Friday
- By: IE Staff
- March 30, 2020 March 30, 2020
- 11:38
S&P/TSX composite drops nearly 500 points, U.S. markets fall as oil prices rise
Oil prices have been dictating much of the recent swings in the market: TD advisor
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- March 26, 2026 March 26, 2026
- 17:02
Payrolls up in January, but job picture still uncertain
Labour market stabilizes, but recovery prospects remain shaky: NBF
- By: James Langton
- March 26, 2026 March 26, 2026
- 16:26
Dispersion of returns strengthens case for global diversification
Franklin Templeton’s Dina Ting highlights opportunities in China, the U.K., Mexico and more
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- March 26, 2026 March 26, 2026
- 14:20
Ontario’s budget on crypto, MGAs and pensions
Government highlights plans for innovation, consumer protection
- By: James Langton
- March 26, 2026 March 26, 2026
- 17:32
FINTRAC sanctions Alberta casino over compliance
Breaches of anti-money laundering rules revealed in compliance review
- By: James Langton
- March 26, 2026 March 26, 2026
- 16:18
Trailer fees in FCA’s crosshairs once again
Concerns about investor harm arise as trailers persist, despite 2012 ban
- March 25, 2026 March 25, 2026
- 14:48
Guardian’s merger with Desjardins brings scale, access to ‘permanent capital’
Expect new product launches, outreach to advisors in months ahead: Mavroudis
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- March 26, 2026 March 26, 2026
- 17:10
In latest court filing, Advocis alleges cybersecurity firm inflated costs
Plus, updates on contract dispute with SeeWhy and last year's human rights complaint
- By: Michelle Schriver
- March 26, 2026 March 26, 2026
- 17:09
Sun Life lowers interest rates on some policies
Changes impact business, personal and legacy products
- By: Jonathan Got
- March 26, 2026 March 26, 2026
- 13:08
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
Industry moves: National Bank scores BMO Nesbitt Burns team
Plus, Wellington-Altus adds talent, OSFI's Gully headed for Basel Committee and more
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- March 20, 2026 March 20, 2026
- 15:06
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
Product roundup: Equiton debuts new private real estate fund
Plus, other launches, fund changes announced
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- March 20, 2026 March 23, 2026
- 16:11