U.S. trade deficit declined in 2025, but gap for goods hits a record despite Trump tariffs
Exports rose 6% last year, while imports rose nearly 5%
- By: Paul Wiseman, The Associated Press
- February 19, 2026 February 19, 2026
- 09:03
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S&P/TSX composite rises nearly 500 points, U.S. market gains tempered by Fed minutes
Shopify shares rose 7.6%, adding the most points to the TSX on Wednesday
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- February 18, 2026 February 18, 2026
- 16:56
Fed minutes: Lower inflation needed before many officials will support rate cuts
The minutes underscored the deeply divided nature of the committee
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press
- February 18, 2026 February 18, 2026
- 16:37
CRA announces prescribed rate for Q2 2026
Agency confirms the interest rate on overdue tax will remain 7%
- By: IE Staff
- February 18, 2026 February 18, 2026
- 16:36
SEC proposes to ease fund reporting requirements
Regulator aims to reduce burden by relaxing portfolio reporting rules
- By: James Langton
- February 18, 2026 February 18, 2026
- 15:31
Canadian Lenders Association acquires regulatory tech body
Merger reflects the regulatory environment's complexity, need for a unified approach: CRTA
- By: Jonathan Got
- February 18, 2026 February 18, 2026
- 15:28
CIRO faces second potential class action following data breach
Investor, former registrant allege regulator was negligent in protecting personal data
- By: Michelle Schriver
- February 18, 2026 February 18, 2026
- 15:13
Canada avoided recession in 2025, but risk remains
U.S. trade relationship biggest threat to economy in 2026: BMO
- By: James Langton
- February 18, 2026 February 18, 2026
- 14:15
BoC hits fintech with compliance order
Bank halts retail payment activity, citing concerns about shortfall
- By: James Langton
- February 18, 2026 February 18, 2026
- 13:58
Mega deals drive robust M&A: Crosbie & Co.
Improved sentiment underpins revival in dealmaking
- By: James Langton
- February 18, 2026 February 18, 2026
- 13:52
IA posts $287M Q4 core earnings
Canadian insurance earnings fell, while wealth management earnings rose
- By: Jonathan Got
- February 18, 2026 February 18, 2026
- 13:22
Nuveen and Schroders merger to create US$2.5-trillion asset manager
Board of U.K.-based Schroder has endorsed the £9.9B offer
- By: IE Staff
- February 18, 2026 February 18, 2026
- 13:14
CIBC warns overstated housing starts mask economic weakness in Canada
New report calls on all levels of government to work harder to cut the cost of buying a home
- By: Craig Lord, The Canadian Press
- February 18, 2026 February 18, 2026
- 12:04
Stocks fall and oil prices rise after Trump’s latest delay in ending the Iran war
"Diplomatic dissonance' dismaying investors: global equity strategist
- By: Stan Choe, The Associated Press
- March 27, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 10:45
Clarke signs deal to acquire Ravelin Properties REIT
Commercial real estate firm valued at $1.1B
- By: The Canadian Press
- March 27, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 10:00
S&P/TSX composite drops nearly 500 points, U.S. markets fall as oil prices rise
Oil prices have been dictating much of the recent swings in the market: TD advisor
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- March 26, 2026 March 26, 2026
- 17:02
CIRO clarifies its prediction markets requirements for dealers
Regulator addresses questions from market participants after Wealthsimple gets approval to launch event contracts
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- March 27, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 12:13
Big banks take heat at Senate hearing
Regulators lament shrinking shelves, eroding support for junior issuers
- By: James Langton
- March 27, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 09:36
Ontario’s budget on crypto, MGAs and pensions
Government highlights plans for innovation, consumer protection
- By: James Langton
- March 26, 2026 March 26, 2026
- 17:32
Guardian’s merger with Desjardins brings scale, access to ‘permanent capital’
Expect new product launches, outreach to advisors in months ahead: Mavroudis
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- March 26, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 17:10
In latest court filing, Advocis alleges cybersecurity firm inflated costs
Plus, updates on contract dispute with SeeWhy and last year's human rights complaint
- By: Michelle Schriver
- March 26, 2026 March 26, 2026
- 17:09
Sun Life lowers interest rates on some policies
Changes impact business, personal and legacy products
- By: Jonathan Got
- March 26, 2026 March 26, 2026
- 13:08
Bank of Canada says Mendes leaving central bank, Kozicki to retire
Deputy governor posts to filled via an internal recruitment process
- By: The Canadian Press
- March 23, 2026 March 23, 2026
- 14:03
PBO nominee Annette Ryan enters spotlight at a pivotal time for federal finances
Interim PBO Jason Jacques' term expired at start of March
- By: Craig Lord, The Canadian Press
- March 23, 2026 March 23, 2026
- 09:28
Industry moves: National Bank scores BMO Nesbitt Burns team
Plus, Wellington-Altus adds talent, OSFI's Gully headed for Basel Committee and more
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- March 20, 2026 March 20, 2026
- 15:06
Wealthsimple gets regulatory green light to get in on prediction markets
It's the second firm in Canada to receive approval to offer futures and forecast contracts
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- March 25, 2026 March 25, 2026
- 17:41
ETF, mutual fund assets grow to record highs yet again
Both also recorded positive net sales in February, SIMA reports
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- March 24, 2026 March 24, 2026
- 16:28
Product roundup: Equiton debuts new private real estate fund
Plus, other launches, fund changes announced
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- March 20, 2026 March 23, 2026
- 16:11