Wealthier Americans are driving retail spending: study
Federal Reserve research suggests consumer spending is the primary driver of the U.S. economy
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press
- October 18, 2024 October 18, 2024
- 11:48
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Household debt continues to rise: StatCan
Mortgage borrowing powers debt rise, credit card balances up too
- By: James Langton
- October 18, 2024 October 18, 2024
- 11:15
Inflation seen easing further in 2025, ECB survey finds
Real GDP growth expected to strengthen in year ahead as price pressures ease
- By: James Langton
- October 18, 2024 October 18, 2024
- 11:02
Tech roundup: BMO Insurance now using Microsoft AI in field underwriting
Plus, companies embrace tools for client data transfer, onboarding and risk detection
- By: Jonathan Got
- October 18, 2024 October 18, 2024
- 10:22
CIRO unveils next wave of rule consolidation
Approval regime, proficiency are among areas covered in latest consultation
- By: James Langton
- October 17, 2024 October 17, 2024
- 16:40
Trudeau to shuffle his cabinet as four more ministers won’t run in next election
Marie-Claude Bibeau, national revenue minister, is among those expected to step down
- By: Laura Osman, The Canadian Press
- October 17, 2024 October 17, 2024
- 15:37
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. hits 6.44%
Mortgage buyer Freddie Mac says average is at highest level in 8 weeks — up from 6.32% last week
- By: Alex Veiga, The Associated Press
- October 17, 2024 October 17, 2024
- 15:34
PBO projects deficit exceeded government’s $40B pledge
Liberals won't say if they'll meet target
- By: Nojoud Al Mallees, Canadian Press
- October 17, 2024 October 17, 2024
- 15:21
FBI cracks SEC Twitter hack
Authorities allege SIM swap enabled access to regulator's social media account
- By: James Langton
- October 17, 2024 October 17, 2024
- 15:18
Mid-sized banks see higher customer satisfaction than Big Five: survey
Report from J.D. Power shows that when it comes to banks, Canadians are focused on fees
- By: The Canadian Press
- October 17, 2024 October 17, 2024
- 15:05
FSB seeks to streamline operational threat reporting
The group is seeking feedback on a proposed common reporting framework for cyberattacks and incidents
- By: James Langton
- October 17, 2024 October 17, 2024
- 15:03
European Central Bank cuts interest rates again
Seeing no signs of recession, bank’s rate-setting council lowers benchmark rate from 3.5% to 3.25% — its third reduction since June
- By: Pan Pylas, The Associated Press
- October 17, 2024 October 17, 2024
- 14:58
U.S. equities lured investors in August: StatCan
Canadian investors add foreign stocks, while domestic debt lures offshore buyers
- By: James Langton
- October 17, 2024 October 17, 2024
- 14:55
Opinion: ETF investing in 2026
After a record-breaking year for new product launches, old-fashioned strategies are still a solid choice for portfolios
- By: Amin Barakat
- December 22, 2025 December 22, 2025
- 12:48
A tariff exemption was Canada’s salvation in 2025. It’s ‘absolutely’ at risk in 2026
Officials are preparing for a review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade agreement in 2026
- By: Craig Lord, The Canadian Press
- December 22, 2025 December 22, 2025
- 08:24
AI names push stock markets higher on Friday
'Hot print' from Micron Technologies boosted enthusiasm for tech stocks, says portfolio manager
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 17:15
Dramatic increase in Fintrac fines coming, but their effectiveness is less clear
The increase is part of an effort to beef up anti-money laundering measures
- By: Ian Bickis, The Canadian Press
- December 22, 2025 December 22, 2025
- 08:12
SEC sanctions Canadian over pump-and-dumps
Accountant allegedly found assets used to lure investors to schemes
- By: James Langton
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 15:39
Executive banned in failed real estate scheme
OSC forgoes monetary sanctions, amid bankruptcy, ongoing litigation
- By: James Langton
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 14:56
Tech roundup: Toronto-based wealthtech expands to Montreal, NYC
Plus, a new TD partnership, and Toronto fintech becomes dark pool partner
- By: Jonathan Got
- December 22, 2025 December 22, 2025
- 08:00
Industry moves: Michelle Connolly joins Q Wealth
Plus, Raymond James gains Richardson advisor, and promotions at BMO, CI GAM, Wellington-Altus and more
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 16:50
ASC extends safe harbour regime to climate-related disclosures
Provincial regulator can halt trading when misinformation circulates
- By: Jonathan Got
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 10:47
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
Industry moves: Huston Loke leaves FSRA
Plus, moves at BMO Private Wealth, Fiera Capital and CIBC GAM
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- July 18, 2025 July 18, 2025
- 17:06
Investment fund sales, assets climbed in November: SIMA
Mutual fund, ETF AUM rose for the seventh consecutive month
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 11:58
Product roundup: Ardian brings evergreen PE fund to Canada
Plus, other product launches and news, including more ESG fund terminations
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- December 15, 2025 December 16, 2025
- 11:29
The ETF year in review
More than 300 new products landed in 2025 — a new record
- By: Rudy Luukko
- December 12, 2025 December 12, 2025
- 13:24