U.S. jobless claims fall to 238,000 from 10-month high
Weekly unemployment claims — a proxy for layoffs — remain at low levels by historical standards
- By: Paul Wiseman, The Associated Press
- June 20, 2024 June 20, 2024
- 12:09
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Bank of England keeps main interest rate at 16-year high of 5.25%
The central bank kept its rate steady even though inflation has fallen to its 2% target
- By: Pan Pylas, The Associated Press
- June 20, 2024 June 20, 2024
- 12:01
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MPs hit summer campaign circuit as election year looms
The next time MPs take their seats will be Sept. 16
- By: Mia Rabson, The Canadian Press
- June 20, 2024 June 20, 2024
- 11:42
Capital gains reserve more beneficial after inclusion rate hike
Clients may be able to use the $250,000 threshold over multiple years
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- June 19, 2024 June 21, 2024
- 17:42
Investors sour on U.S. equities: S&P
Fund manager survey finds investor sentiment growing gloomy
- By: James Langton
- June 19, 2024 June 19, 2024
- 15:32
EU’s Basel pivot a negative: Moody’s
Decision to delay capital rules casts doubt on global consistency
- By: James Langton
- June 19, 2024 June 19, 2024
- 15:24
Binance Holdings appeals $6M Fintrac fine
Cryptocurrency exchange says it does not direct its services at those in Canada
- By: The Canadian Press
- June 19, 2024 June 19, 2024
- 15:12
How total cost reporting will affect life agents
After receiving enhanced statements, clients may have questions, FSRA says
- By: Michelle Schriver
- June 19, 2024 June 19, 2024
- 15:02
BoC considered waiting until July to cut interest rates, summary says
While there was concern progress could stall, consensus was inflation would continue downward momentum
- By: Nojoud Al Mallees, Canadian Press
- June 19, 2024 June 19, 2024
- 13:48
Immigration pushes population past 41 million mark
Temporary residents drive growth, but StatsCan sees signs of slowing
- By: James Langton
- June 19, 2024 June 19, 2024
- 13:14
Household debt grows, even as mortgages lag
HELOCs, credit card balances grow faster than mortgage debt, StatsCan reports
- By: James Langton
- June 19, 2024 June 19, 2024
- 12:52
Insurance options for clients with diabetes
Clients may also be eligible for DTC, RDSP and not know it
- By: Jonathan Got
- June 19, 2024 June 25, 2024
- 12:41
U.K. inflation falls to Bank of England’s 2% target rate
Conservative Party seizes on news as proof its economic plan is working
- By: Pan Pylas, The Associated Press
- June 19, 2024 June 19, 2024
- 07:48
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
Tech stocks push Canada, U.S. markets higher as precious metals also rise
Chip, software companies up as 'bargain hunters' step in
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- February 9, 2026 February 9, 2026
- 17:12
Average asking rents fall for 16th straight month: report
Rents are still 12.9% higher than levels seen before the Covid pandemic
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- February 9, 2026 February 9, 2026
- 13:20
B.C. court tackles novel estate case
Unique provision aims to balance interests, provide greater certainty
- By: James Langton
- February 9, 2026 February 9, 2026
- 15:45
Europe’s new AML cop launches consultations
Agency seeks feedback on new due diligence standards, enforcement
- By: James Langton
- February 9, 2026 February 9, 2026
- 15:31
Investor access to risky products a priority for IOSCO
Regulators flag retail investor issues, market structure, resilience for 2026
- By: James Langton
- February 9, 2026 February 9, 2026
- 15:26
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
2025 FundGrade A+ Award winners announced
187 mutual funds, 117 ETFs and 114 seg funds were recognized
- By: IE Staff
- February 9, 2026 February 9, 2026
- 16:34
RBC launches new mobile direct investing
GoSmart targets newer investors, excludes mutual funds, GICs, bonds, options
- By: Jonathan Got
- February 9, 2026 February 9, 2026
- 14:51
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
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
Product roundup: Picton Investments to debut private equity fund
Plus, other firms launch new products, tweak their fund lineups
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- February 2, 2026 February 3, 2026
- 16:00