Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world this week
Bank of Canada rate announcement, monetary policy report coming Wednesday
- By: The Canadian Press
- July 11, 2016 July 11, 2016
- 05:40
Bank of Canada rate announcement, monetary policy report coming Wednesday
Management fees will be reduced on certain funds on July 15
There are more than 27,000 personal property claims, with each one averaging $81,000
Responsible investment specialist course developed for mutual fund advisors
Guidance includes specific direction and examples on issues such as integrity and client trust
Areas highlighted for attention include investor protection, market fairness, enforcement and technology
Subsidiary of U.S. firm will use a variety of hedging strategies in eight new funds
Proposals include stronger protection for client assets, clarity for EMD activities and relief from certain CRM2 requirements
Regulators issue consultation paper
Industry associations representing exchange-traded fund (ETF) providers and mutual fund dealers are applauding the Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada’s (MFDA) proposed new proficiency standard…
IIROC panel says former advisor made bad recommendations and engaged in unauthorized discretionary trading
A new report details accomplishments under the regulators’ three-year business plan
Precious metals action calms, while Dow Jones tops 50K
Report calls for action on data gaps, surveillance, leverage
Trade deficit remains unchanged amid shifting tariff policy, Fitch reports
Trust account used in fraud, misappropriation, Law Society finds
Policy failed to cover hedge fund investment that turned out to be a fraud
Firm allegedly touted stocks on social media, while selling its holdings
The honours will be presented Feb. 12, at the association's Embrace the Challenge event
Start with flexibility, tax efficiency, simplicity
Brokers, MGAs, software providers and TPAs set to evolve
Plus, moves at Our Family Office, Harvest ETFs, Manulife Wealth, Canada Life and more
Plus, Wellington-Alus Private Counsel and Ninepoint Partners add new talent
Also, moves at Mackenzie Investments, Edward Jones Canada and the CSA
Plus, National Bank changes diversified equity fund
Net monthly ETF inflows reach $22B in January: report
Plus, other firms launch new products, tweak their fund lineups