Emerging geopolitical issues to impact clients’ investments
Investors should be paying attention mostly to the U.K., the EU and emerging economies for various reasons, expert says
- By: Tessie Sanci
- May 20, 2016 November 9, 2019
- 05:30
Top Stories in News
MFDA provides guidance on cybersecurity
New bulletin suggests methods for firms to protect the confidentiality of their sensitive client data
- By: James Langton
- May 19, 2016 December 19, 2017
- 15:45
Canada’s robo-advisor market to see robust growth
The launch of BMO SmartFolio will lead startups to up their games and traditional firms to launch similar services
- By: James Langton
- May 19, 2016 May 19, 2016
- 15:15
Products
Invesco Canada enhances mutual fund lineup
Func company expands currency-hedging program to dampen volatility
- By: IE Staff
- May 19, 2016 October 15, 2019
- 15:00
Industry News
Competition Bureau to study Canada’s fintech sector
The study will examine how innovation is affecting the way consumers and businesses use financial products and services
- By: James Langton
- May 19, 2016 May 19, 2016
- 14:20
CPPIB posts 3.4% annual rate of return in fiscal 2016
By comparison, its 2015 rate of return was 18.3% and the 2014 rate of return was 16.1%
- By: David Paddon
- May 19, 2016 May 19, 2016
- 14:00
From the Regulators
OSC hearing to consider settlement
Son tipped father ahead of merger deals, OSC alleges
- By: James Langton
- May 19, 2016 December 19, 2017
- 13:15
Canadians living longer, StatsCan finds
Life expectancy among both males and females rose in the 2010-12 period compared with the 2009-11 period, according to new data
- By: James Langton
- May 19, 2016 May 19, 2016
- 12:30
People
Albert Mallett passes away
Mallett, who was 99, spent more than 60 years in the financial services sector and is known for establishing Pro-Fund Distributors
- By: IE Staff
- May 19, 2016 October 11, 2019
- 11:40
Industry News
TD strikes deal with U.S. fintech incubator
The bank will work with 23 start-ups by providing mentorship and business development support to help them develop a working prototype
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- May 19, 2016 May 19, 2016
- 11:15
Research and Markets
PPI Benefits purchases majority stake in CustomCare
The acquisition of the Calgary-based small business benefits provider was a natural fit for PPI Benefits, which provides businesses with benefits products and services
- By: Megan Harman
- May 19, 2016 May 19, 2016
- 11:00
IGM acquires stake in U.S. robo-advisor
Personal Capital, which targets mass affluent and high net-worth, will give IGM exposure to the growing digital wealth-management business in the U.S.
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- May 19, 2016 May 19, 2016
- 10:15
People
Machin to take helm at CPPIB as Wiseman departs for BlackRock
Mark Wiseman is leaving the top job at the CPPIB to join BlackRock; Machin is set to take over effective June 13
- By: James Langton
- May 19, 2016 October 11, 2019
- 10:00
S&P/TSX composite index up more than 200 points, U.S. markets drift amid retail data
Disappointing U.S. retail sales raise bets for more rate cuts
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 17:21
CMHC outlook sees home sales picking up slightly in 2026
Housing starts forecast to drop to 247,000 this year as costs, inventories rise
- By: The Canadian Press
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 13:20
U.S. retail sales unchanged in December from November
Economists had expected a 0.4% increase
- By: Anne D’innocenzio, The Associated Press
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 09:24
Claim against Bridging fund to be heard in mid-June
Alleged $213-million loan guarantee remains subject of dispute
- By: James Langton
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 17:03
FCA alleges crypto platform breached new rules
U.K. agency brings first proceeding alleging illegal promotional activity
- By: James Langton
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 15:22
FINTRAC sanctions real estate broker
Agency found firm failed to report suspicious transaction
- By: James Langton
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 15:08
GST/HST on trailing commissions to be enforced July 1: CRA notice
Date not reasonable for industry implementation, tax practitioner says
- By: Michelle Schriver
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 16:54
Advocates urge Ottawa to extend tax incentive for employee ownership
$10M capital gains exemption for sellers set to expire at end of this year
- By: Craig Lord, The Canadian Press
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 10:49
February is more than just for RRSPs
Aging client base, different registered accounts are changing how advisors see RRSP season
- By: Jonathan Got
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 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
Younger Canadians lead in ETF adoption: study
Fees, ease of access are key considerations for investors when selecting an ETF
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 12:17
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