Bond alternatives spark interest as yield curve flattens
Fixed-income investors are looking to high-yield bonds, preferred shares, REITs and MICs to generate greater returns
- By: Andrew Allentuck
- September 26, 2018 June 20, 2019
- 06:00
Top Stories in News
From the Regulators
SEC awards almost US$4 million to overseas whistleblower
The anonymous tipster furnished extensive assistance which helped the U.S. regulator bring a successful enforcement action in the case
- By: James Langton
- September 25, 2018 November 13, 2019
- 17:30
Research and Markets
Trade risks would compound Canadian banks’ exposure to consumer debt: Fitch
Additional tariffs would weaken labour and housing markets and could translate into higher losses in bank consumer portfolios
- By: James Langton
- September 25, 2018 June 20, 2019
- 17:20
Research and Markets
TSX falls despite higher crude and metals prices
U.S. markets finish mixed
- By: Ross Marowits
- September 25, 2018 June 20, 2019
- 17:05
Industry News
Family office investment performance more than doubles: report
Slow progress on preparing for looming wealth transfer
- September 25, 2018 October 17, 2019
- 17:00
From the Regulators
IIROC fines CIBCWM and B.C. branch manager for failing to supervise advisor
The advisor later admitted to making unsuitable recommendations to clients
- By: James Langton
- September 25, 2018 November 13, 2019
- 16:15
Industry News
Manulife announces $400,000 AI partnership with UWaterloo
In addition to funding research, the partnership will help build the next generation of intelligent systems
- By: IE Staff
- September 25, 2018 October 17, 2019
- 15:30
People
Fellow of FPSC 2018 nomination results announced
An investment industry veteran and a respected academic are recognized for their contributions to financial planning
- By: IE Staff
- September 25, 2018 October 17, 2019
- 15:00
Products
IPC introduces Essentials ETF portfolios
The new portfolios, managed by Counsel Portfolio Services, are intended for investors across the wealth spectrum
- By: Anne-Marie Vettorel
- September 25, 2018 October 17, 2019
- 13:30
Research and Markets
Canadian market for green bonds poised for growth
Canada’s green bonds often trade at a premium in the secondary markets
- By: James Langton
- September 25, 2018 June 20, 2019
- 12:00
People
Philanthropic Foundations Canada announces search for new CEO
Hilary Pearson plans to leave the organization in 2019
- By: Anne-Marie Vettorel
- September 25, 2018 October 11, 2019
- 11:00
Research and Markets
TSX falls despite crude hitting four-year high
Dow drops 181 points
- By: The Canadian Press
- September 24, 2018 June 20, 2019
- 17:05
Industry News
Nine Dynamics secures investment from MATCO-led investor group
Emerging Canadian fintech uses artificial intelligence to disrupt investment analysis
- By: Anne-Marie Vettorel
- September 24, 2018 October 17, 2019
- 14:15
Canada, U.S. stock markets rebound on Friday
Precious metals action calms, while Dow Jones tops 50K
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 17:05
FSB flags repo market’s risk to global system
Report calls for action on data gaps, surveillance, leverage
- By: James Langton
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 15:49
U.S. effective tariff rate down on trade deals
Trade deficit remains unchanged amid shifting tariff policy, Fitch reports
- By: James Langton
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 14:27
Lawyer sanctioned in fake GIC scheme
Trust account used in fraud, misappropriation, Law Society finds
- By: James Langton
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 14:47
High court declines to hear Ponzi insurance case
Policy failed to cover hedge fund investment that turned out to be a fraud
- By: James Langton
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 12:49
Pair ran massive market manipulation scheme: SEC
Firm allegedly touted stocks on social media, while selling its holdings
- February 5, 2026 February 5, 2026
- 15:24
CFA Society Toronto announces undergrad awards
The honours will be presented Feb. 12, at the association's Embrace the Challenge event
- By: IE Staff
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 15:43
Strategizing for clients with multiple retirement accounts
Start with flexibility, tax efficiency, simplicity
- By: Jonathan Got
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 09:22
AI shaping performance in four insurance subsectors: report
Brokers, MGAs, software providers and TPAs set to evolve
- By: Jonathan Got
- February 6, 2026 February 5, 2026
- 08:00
Industry moves: François Trahan joins BMO as chief investment strategist
Plus, moves at Our Family Office, Harvest ETFs, Manulife Wealth, Canada Life and more
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- January 12, 2026 January 9, 2026
- 04:00
Industry moves: Richardson Wealth, CIBC Wood Gundy and CI Assante score veteran teams
Plus, Wellington-Alus Private Counsel and Ninepoint Partners add new talent
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- October 3, 2025 November 12, 2025
- 17:39
Industry moves: John MacIntyre named chair of TD Bank
Also, moves at Mackenzie Investments, Edward Jones Canada and the CSA
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- August 4, 2025 August 1, 2025
- 00:33
Product roundup: Interactive Brokers launches RRIF
Plus, National Bank changes diversified equity fund
- By: Jonathan Got
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 13:35
New year, new records: Canada’s ETF industry starts 2026 off with a bang
Net monthly ETF inflows reach $22B in January: report
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- February 5, 2026 February 5, 2026
- 11:57
Product roundup: Picton Investments to debut private equity fund
Plus, other firms launch new products, tweak their fund lineups
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- February 2, 2026 February 3, 2026
- 16:00