Global public debt hit a record US$97 trillion in 2023: UN
The value of money owed by governments rose by US$5.6 trillion from 2022, UN Trade and Development says
- By: Jamey Keaten, The Associated Press
- June 4, 2024 June 4, 2024
- 11:28
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Women in Capital Markets changing name to VersaFi
The advocacy group says the new name comes at a time of increasingly difficult headwinds for women in the finance sector
- By: The Canadian Press
- June 4, 2024 June 4, 2024
- 09:57
G20 poised for soft landing: Moody’s
Rate cuts on tap this year, although size and timing remain data driven
- By: James Langton
- June 4, 2024 June 4, 2024
- 08:55
IOSCO tackles rising loan risks
Market has evolved dramatically since the global financial crisis
- By: James Langton
- June 4, 2024 June 4, 2024
- 08:47
From the Regulators
Europe reviews investment firms’ capital rules
Crypto exposures, operational risks may need capital charges
- By: James Langton
- June 4, 2024 June 4, 2024
- 08:33
People
Industry moves this week
Several industry veterans take on new roles, across a mix of firms
- By: Katie Keir
- June 3, 2024 June 3, 2024
- 15:29
BoC could deliver first rate cut in four years
Markets expect the central bank to cut its key lending rate by one-quarter of a percentage point on Wednesday
- By: Nojoud Al Mallees, Canadian Press
- June 3, 2024 June 3, 2024
- 14:06
Ready on camera one?
In an increasingly online world, present yourself on video like a pro
- By: Allan Janssen
- June 3, 2024 June 3, 2024
- 09:38
How finances can forecast cognitive issues
Credit data can help with early detection of memory-related conditions, research finds
- By: James Langton
- June 3, 2024 June 3, 2024
- 08:18
From the Regulators
FSRA puts conditions on ivari’s registration
A monitor must review the selling practices of the MGAs that recruit and supervise agents selling ivari’s products
- By: Melissa Shin
- May 31, 2024 May 31, 2024
- 17:04
Laurentian Bank launches strategic plan after $117.5M loss
The plan hopes to position the company as an alternative bank
- By: Tara Deschamps, The Canadian Press, IE Staff
- May 31, 2024 May 31, 2024
- 16:20
The payoff of women’s pro sports
Beyond a small direct economic impact, more girls playing sports is a win
- By: James Langton
- May 31, 2024 May 31, 2024
- 16:09
From the Regulators
Shareholder activism hid a pump-and-dump: SEC
Investor floated fake takeover offer to boost stock's price
- By: James Langton
- May 31, 2024 May 31, 2024
- 15:13
Canada, U.S. stock markets rebound on Friday
Precious metals action calms, while Dow Jones tops 50K
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 17:05
FSB flags repo market’s risk to global system
Report calls for action on data gaps, surveillance, leverage
- By: James Langton
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 15:49
U.S. effective tariff rate down on trade deals
Trade deficit remains unchanged amid shifting tariff policy, Fitch reports
- By: James Langton
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 14:27
Lawyer sanctioned in fake GIC scheme
Trust account used in fraud, misappropriation, Law Society finds
- By: James Langton
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 14:47
High court declines to hear Ponzi insurance case
Policy failed to cover hedge fund investment that turned out to be a fraud
- By: James Langton
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 12:49
Pair ran massive market manipulation scheme: SEC
Firm allegedly touted stocks on social media, while selling its holdings
- February 5, 2026 February 5, 2026
- 15:24
CFA Society Toronto announces undergrad awards
The honours will be presented Feb. 12, at the association's Embrace the Challenge event
- By: IE Staff
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 15:43
Strategizing for clients with multiple retirement accounts
Start with flexibility, tax efficiency, simplicity
- By: Jonathan Got
- February 6, 2026 February 6, 2026
- 09:22
AI shaping performance in four insurance subsectors: report
Brokers, MGAs, software providers and TPAs set to evolve
- By: Jonathan Got
- February 6, 2026 February 5, 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
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