U.S. factory orders plunge 14.4% as economy grinds to halt
The March decline is the second-biggest decline on record
- By: Martin Crutsinger, The Associated Press
- April 24, 2020 April 24, 2020
- 10:41
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Research and Markets
North American stock markets extremely volatile but end day relatively flat
The TSX closed down 37.07 points on Thursday
- By: The Canadian Press
- April 23, 2020 April 23, 2020
- 16:29
New home sales in U.S. plunge as virus hits
In March, sales were down more than 15%
- By: The Associated Press
- April 23, 2020 April 23, 2020
- 15:38
Research and Markets
Some industries see big gains during the pandemic
Video game makers and consumer staples have gained ground
- By: The Associated Press
- April 23, 2020 April 23, 2020
- 15:33
From the Regulators
OSC, RCMP warn of coronavirus scams
Ontario investors are being approached with fraudulent claims
- By: IE Staff
- April 23, 2020 April 23, 2020
- 14:39
Planswell offers its platform to advisors
The system can be used for remote financial planning
- By: IE Staff
- April 23, 2020 April 23, 2020
- 13:47
What advisors need to know about virtual onboarding
It's still possible to build your book during a pandemic
- By: Michelle Schriver
- April 23, 2020 April 23, 2020
- 11:46
Industry News
European economies on course for unprecedented recessions
EU leaders will hold a virtual summit Thursday to discuss a financial aid package
- By: Pan Pylas, The Associated Press
- April 23, 2020 April 23, 2020
- 11:41
Industry News
U.S. jobless aid applications surpass 26M
Economists forecast the unemployment rate for April could hit 20%
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press
- April 23, 2020 April 23, 2020
- 11:39
Industry News
Fiera Capital reports drop in AUM in Q1
The company's assets under management increased year over year
- By: IE Staff
- April 23, 2020 April 23, 2020
- 11:20
Research and Markets
Toronto stock market gains midweek on higher crude and gold prices
The TSX closed up 348.10 points on Wednesday
- By: The Canadian Press
- April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020
- 16:32
Research and Markets
ETFs, mutual funds bleed assets in March
Despite a 9.5% drop in assets, ETFs recorded net sales of $3 billion
- By: IE Staff
- April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020
- 15:05
From the Regulators
BCSC sanctions founders, companies in failed insurance venture
Panel orders almost $37 million in disgorgement and penalties
- By: James Langton
- April 22, 2020 April 22, 2020
- 13:56
Canada, U.S. equities, tech stocks slide
Oil prices rise on 'frozen' Middle East conflict
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- April 28, 2026 April 28, 2026
- 17:36
UAE’s decision to leave OPEC shakes up alliance
With departure, the country may give up some leverage over prices
- By: David McHugh, The Associated Press
- April 28, 2026 April 28, 2026
- 16:10
Credit tightens, stagflation worries rise: ECB
Banks stiffen lending standards amid rising risk concerns, declining tolerance
- By: James Langton
- April 28, 2026 April 28, 2026
- 15:44
FCA launches ESG ratings pilot
Project designed to avoid creating needless burden with new regime
- By: James Langton
- April 28, 2026 April 28, 2026
- 12:39
RCMP alleges fraud by junior miner’s ex-CEO
Police allege gold assay results were altered for years to overstate resources
- By: James Langton
- April 28, 2026 April 28, 2026
- 12:28
U.S. court orders sanctions in alleged Ponzi scheme
Perpetrator resorted to payday loans to keep alleged scheme afloat
- By: James Langton
- April 28, 2026 April 28, 2026
- 11:38
Deficit falls to $66.9B for 2026 spring economic update
Lower CPP contributions, an extended first time home buyers’ plan grace period and other tax measures tabled in Ottawa
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 28, 2026 April 28, 2026
- 17:17
CFIB urges feds to support succession planning for small biz
Ahead of spring economic statement, small business group calls for measures to counter shrinking entrepreneurship
- By: Michelle Schriver
- April 27, 2026 April 27, 2026
- 15:41
Tech roundup: Two banks launch AI initiatives
Plus, other software updates and a partnership
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 24, 2026 April 23, 2026
- 09:00
Fed chair Powell may reveal next steps Wednesday
Powell has signalled he could stay on Fed board after term as chair ends May 15
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press
- April 28, 2026 April 28, 2026
- 10:21
Kevin Gopaul to head up VanEck’s expansion into Canada
Seasoned ETF exec will help asset manager build "an entire footprint" in the country
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- April 24, 2026 April 24, 2026
- 17:30
Industry moves: Former BMO private wealth head Geoff Newton joins RBC Wealth Management
Plus, another BMO alum joins software firm, new faces at Manulife and Optimize Wealth, and more
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- April 24, 2026 April 24, 2026
- 16:05
Product roundup: First Trust launches energy ETF
Plus, a new gold bullion mutual fund and a slew of product lineup changes
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- April 24, 2026 April 24, 2026
- 17:15
Opinion: Insurers need to call the same riders by the same names
Clarity for clients makes it easier to shop across carriers
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 22, 2026 April 22, 2026
- 12:59
‘Market weakness’ causes mutual fund, ETF asset declines in March: SIMA
At the same time, both fund types recorded positive net sales
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- April 21, 2026 April 21, 2026
- 15:52