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Judge makes ruling

Delay for OSC’s Bridging hearing denied

Tribunal refused to pause its proceedings while lawyers try to get paid

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Industry News

Ivey summer program aims to attract women to financial services

Undergrad's intimidation changed to interest with Women in Asset Management program

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From the Regulators

Binance founder sentenced to 4 months

Changpeng Zhao jailed for allowing rampant money laundering on the platform

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From the Regulators

TD takes US$450M provision related to anti-money laundering inquiry

Bank's chief executive acknowledged that the investigation has weighed on TD's share price

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Research and Markets

Canadians’ outlook on retirement is declining, report finds

Having a financial plan and consulting an advisor, however, can help

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Industry News

Capital gains tax changes not included in Freeland’s proposed budget legislation

The changes are expected to come in a separate piece of legislation

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Research and Markets

CEO pay soars among S&P companies

New ISS research finds CEO pay up alongside shareholder returns

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From the Regulators

Helping investors make use of climate disclosures

ISSB releases taxonomy that aids analysis of new sustainability standards

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From the Regulators

Market correction risks elevated, regulators caution

Monetary policy uncertainty, geopolitical, cybersecurity risks abound, report says

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Research and Markets

U.S. workers’ paycheques grew faster in first quarter

The trend could contribute to higher inflation, raise concerns at the Fed

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Don’t rush to sell assets due to higher inclusion rate, experts say

Determining how long the client was going to hold the asset is an important factor in the decision

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Research and Markets

Real GDP grew 0.2% in February: StatsCan

Canadian economy lost steam after strong start to year

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Research and Markets

Majority of aspiring homeowners awaiting rate cuts: BMO poll

Plans are being delayed to 2025 and beyond, the survey says

Tax group asks feds to allow deemed sales ahead of capital gains change

Taxpayers have been given too little time to plan next steps, CBA-CPA joint committee says

Berkshire Hathaway event gives good view of Warren Buffett’s successor

The event also raised new questions about the company's succession plan

Capital gains changes tip the scales for business owners

Incorporated professionals must consider deferral, dividends and deductions

Industry moves this week

A mix of retirements and board appointments

  • By: Katie Keir
  • April 26, 2024 April 26, 2024
  • 14:41

Industry moves this week

Notable news comes from banking, and a new leader joins Sterling Mutuals

Sam Albanese, industry pioneer, dies at 76

Friends, colleagues remember him as an innovator who was dedicated to his field

Crypto ETFs continue losing ground to U.S. competitors

Total inflows for Canadian ETFs has hit $19 billion for the year to date

Emerge ETFs unitholder calls for greater regulatory oversight

Investor decries lack of communication throughout cease-trade order, and recommends increased due diligence when choosing funds

Emerge ETFs class action won’t proceed

Fund manager has no assets or insurance, lawyer says

U.S. regulators revive incentive pay proposals

Rules were initially crafted to discourage excessive risk taking in the wake of the global financial crisis

OSC to increase focus on DIY investors

The regulator also wants to toughen enforcement and see better advice given at banks

FSRA chief tapped for Ontario Energy Board

Proposed appointment still needs to be confirmed by legislative committee

Capital markets rebound offsets U.S. banks’ weakness

Net interest margins tight, loan growth weak in first quarter, DBRS says

ESG discussions with clients lacking, research suggests

Secret shopper exercise highlights the need to align client goals with appropriate investments

Green bond issuance rebounds in Q1: Moody’s

New issue activity on track to meet US$950 billion full-year forecast