Canada’s ETF industry sets new monthly inflow record in March
International equity ETFs saw an ‘explosion’ in demand amid trade war concerns, volatility: report
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- April 3, 2025 April 3, 2025
- 15:57
International equity ETFs saw an ‘explosion’ in demand amid trade war concerns, volatility: report
In addition to a baseline 10% tariff on goods from most countries, about 60 nations will be subject to higher levies
Softer energy prices drive trend, as food, core inflation stable
Investment banking fees down in first quarter, as activity softens
PM says he's working on a "framework" for auto producers to get relief from the countertariffs as Stellantis Windsor plant pauses production
Transport costs are a barrier to diversifying, while moving factories to the U.S. would add closure, labour costs
The result compares with a $3.1 billion surplus in January
Jobless claims fell by 6,000 to 219,000 for the week ending March 29
Survey also revealed advised investors were happiest with National Bank, least satisfied with TD, Scotia
Australian PM was harshly critical: "This is not the act of a friend"
Trump is going ahead with previously announced 25% tariffs on automobile imports
The U.S. president excluded Canada and Mexico from his remarks, leading to speculation that the two countries have been exempted from direct tariffs
The S&P/TSX composite index rose 58.63 points to 32,058.73
The central bank issued a summary of its overnight-rate deliberations earlier this month
Americans’ assessments of their current economic situation tumbled: survey
The increase is part of an effort to beef up anti-money laundering measures
Accountant allegedly found assets used to lure investors to schemes
OSC forgoes monetary sanctions, amid bankruptcy, ongoing litigation
The pension fund's 50% share of the initial capital commitment is roughly $1.8 billion
Woodgate Financial Inc., Assante Financial Management Ltd., are among Focal's customers
Plus, a new TD partnership, and Toronto fintech becomes dark pool partner
Plus, Wellington-Alus Private Counsel and Ninepoint Partners add new talent
Also, moves at Mackenzie Investments, Edward Jones Canada and the CSA
Plus, moves at BMO Private Wealth, Fiera Capital and CIBC GAM
Mutual fund, ETF AUM rose for the seventh consecutive month
Plus, other product launches and news, including more ESG fund terminations
More than 300 new products landed in 2025 — a new record