Not so fast on interest rate cuts, says European Central Bank
The bank left its benchmark rate unchanged at a record-high 4%
- By: David Mchugh, The Associated Press
- January 25, 2024 January 25, 2024
- 13:58
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Sustainable bond issuance to hold up: Moody’s
Global issuance for 2024 is estimated at US$950 billion
- By: James Langton
- January 25, 2024 January 25, 2024
- 13:45
Global Reporting Initiative revamps biodiversity reporting standard
Revisions aim to enhance corporate transparency to investors, policymakers
- By: James Langton
- January 25, 2024 January 25, 2024
- 13:33
Payrolls softened further in November: StatsCan
Growth in average weekly earnings rose in the month
- By: James Langton
- January 25, 2024 January 25, 2024
- 13:17
U.S. economy grew at surprisingly strong 3.3% pace last quarter
Optimism is growing that the Fed is on track to deliver a rare soft landing
- By: Paul Wiseman, The Associated Press
- January 25, 2024 January 25, 2024
- 12:52
Troubled U.S. office sector a drag on Big Six: DBRS
Ailing sector poses a headwind to earnings, threat to credit quality
- By: James Langton
- January 24, 2024 January 24, 2024
- 15:03
Geopolitical turmoil supports commodity prices, finds Fitch
Red Sea conflict not expected to cause oil price spike amid strong supply, softer demand
- By: James Langton
- January 24, 2024 January 24, 2024
- 14:23
SEC tightens the screws on SPACs
New rules beef up disclosure, investor protections around shell company financings
- By: James Langton
- January 24, 2024 January 24, 2024
- 14:06
Global dividends forecast to rise, led by banks: S&P
Regular payouts to maintain 4% growth, while variable dividends drop
- By: James Langton
- January 24, 2024 January 24, 2024
- 13:51
China cuts required bank reserves
Move appears to be part of a concerted effort to stabilize the markets
- By: Elaine Kurtenbach, The Associated Press
- January 24, 2024 January 24, 2024
- 10:42
Bank of Canada holds key interest rate at 5%
The central bank is still open to more rate hikes if inflation doesn’t co-operate
- By: Nojoud Al Mallees, Canadian Press
- January 24, 2024 January 24, 2024
- 10:37
From the Regulators
UBS-Credit Suisse merger sparks calls for reform
Swiss financial regulator gets a new leader as it looks to boost scrutiny of the bank
- By: Jamey Keaten, The Associated Press
- January 24, 2024 January 24, 2024
- 09:25
Americans’ economic outlook brightens as inflation slows
A measure of consumer sentiment has jumped by the most since 1991
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press
- January 24, 2024 January 24, 2024
- 09:18
Gold prices lift S&P/TSX composite, U.S. stock markets also rise
The S&P/TSX composite index climbed 244.33 points to 32,000.10
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- December 22, 2025 December 22, 2025
- 17:03
Opinion: ETF investing in 2026
After a record-breaking year for new product launches, old-fashioned strategies are still a solid choice for portfolios
- By: Amin Barakat
- December 22, 2025 December 22, 2025
- 12:48
A tariff exemption was Canada’s salvation in 2025. It’s ‘absolutely’ at risk in 2026
Officials are preparing for a review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade agreement in 2026
- By: Craig Lord, The Canadian Press
- December 22, 2025 December 22, 2025
- 08:24
Dramatic increase in Fintrac fines coming, but their effectiveness is less clear
The increase is part of an effort to beef up anti-money laundering measures
- By: Ian Bickis, The Canadian Press
- December 22, 2025 December 22, 2025
- 08:12
SEC sanctions Canadian over pump-and-dumps
Accountant allegedly found assets used to lure investors to schemes
- By: James Langton
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 15:39
Executive banned in failed real estate scheme
OSC forgoes monetary sanctions, amid bankruptcy, ongoing litigation
- By: James Langton
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 14:56
Tech roundup: Toronto-based wealthtech expands to Montreal, NYC
Plus, a new TD partnership, and Toronto fintech becomes dark pool partner
- By: Jonathan Got
- December 22, 2025 December 22, 2025
- 08:00
Industry moves: Michelle Connolly joins Q Wealth
Plus, Raymond James gains Richardson advisor, and promotions at BMO, CI GAM, Wellington-Altus and more
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 16:50
ASC extends safe harbour regime to climate-related disclosures
Provincial regulator can halt trading when misinformation circulates
- By: Jonathan Got
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 10:47
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
Industry moves: Huston Loke leaves FSRA
Plus, moves at BMO Private Wealth, Fiera Capital and CIBC GAM
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- July 18, 2025 July 18, 2025
- 17:06
Investment fund sales, assets climbed in November: SIMA
Mutual fund, ETF AUM rose for the seventh consecutive month
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 11:58
Product roundup: Ardian brings evergreen PE fund to Canada
Plus, other product launches and news, including more ESG fund terminations
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- December 15, 2025 December 16, 2025
- 11:29
The ETF year in review
More than 300 new products landed in 2025 — a new record
- By: Rudy Luukko
- December 12, 2025 December 12, 2025
- 13:24