U.S. bank M&A weak amid tougher scrutiny
Consolidation on hold as valuations sag, regulatory oversight intensifies
- By: James Langton
- April 3, 2024 April 3, 2024
- 13:45
Top Stories in News
Commercial real estate a growing risk: Fitch
U.S. bank failures possible, particularly for smaller banks with higher exposures
- By: James Langton
- April 3, 2024 April 3, 2024
- 13:39
Debt deals drive global investment banking fees
Trio of Canadian dealers climb global league tables
- By: James Langton
- April 3, 2024 April 3, 2024
- 13:30
Powell: Fed still on track to cut rates
Says recent data showing signs of persistent inflation don’t materially change the overall picture
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press
- April 3, 2024 April 3, 2024
- 12:38
Research and Markets
Equities dominate Canadian ETF flows in Q1
AI products gain favour, while crypto ETFs see outflows
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 3, 2024 April 3, 2024
- 10:45
Home sales in Toronto, Vancouver down in March
Toronto sales down 4.5%, Vancouver down 4.7%
- By: The Canadian Press
- April 3, 2024 April 3, 2024
- 09:02
Inflation falls more than expected in Europe
Price rises slow down in two biggest economies: Germany and France
- By: David Mchugh, The Associated Press
- April 3, 2024 April 3, 2024
- 08:49
Industry News
Manitoba to claw back basic personal amount above $200K
Province also extends gas tax cut by three months, doubles the fertility tax credit and changes property taxes
- By: Steve Lambert, IE Staff
- April 2, 2024 April 10, 2025
- 16:34
From the Regulators
Ex-rep’s crypto trading attracts SRO sanctions
Involvement with crypto amounted to undisclosed outside business activity, personal financial dealings
- By: James Langton
- April 2, 2024 April 2, 2024
- 15:20
ESMA adding ESG factors to rating agency rules
Proposals aim to improve quality, transparency of credit ratings
- By: James Langton
- April 2, 2024 April 2, 2024
- 14:32
Global capital markets enjoy strong first quarter
Debt markets post record first quarter while U.S. leads equity-offering rebound
- By: James Langton
- April 2, 2024 April 2, 2024
- 14:27
Court rejects OSC’s crypto fraud allegations
Regulator failed to meet burden of proof on all counts
- By: James Langton
- April 2, 2024 April 2, 2024
- 14:22
Research and Markets
Canadian pensions strengthened solvency in Q1: Mercer
Improvements were due to strong equity performance and interest rate increases
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 2, 2024 April 2, 2024
- 11:58
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