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
Top Stories in News
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
CIRO approved as credentialing body under Ontario title protection
Improved proficiency for financial advisors still on the table amid persistent demand
- By: Michelle Schriver
- January 23, 2024 January 23, 2024
- 15:56
Research and Markets
Provincial economies to diverge in 2024: Desjardins
Commodity producers to hold up better than interest-sensitive regions
- By: James Langton
- January 23, 2024 January 23, 2024
- 15:54
OSC’s Kehoe will exit at the end of February
Leslie Byberg will oversee enforcement as the regulator looks for a new director
- By: Katie Keir
- January 23, 2024 January 23, 2024
- 15:32
Most crypto communications may be offside: FINRA
Compliance review finds potential violations in 70% of firms' messages
- By: James Langton
- January 23, 2024 January 23, 2024
- 13:27
Institutions to boost private asset exposures: Greenwich
Survey finds institutional investors plan to grow private equity, debt holdings
- By: James Langton
- January 23, 2024 January 23, 2024
- 12:16
Corporate transparency legislation now in force
The new requirements could surprise small businesses that aren't used to making these types of disclosures
- By: Michael McKiernan
- January 23, 2024 January 23, 2024
- 10:17
Industry News
Italian financial software firm buys Nest Wealth
Objectway sees the Toronto-based fintech firm as an "ideal fit" as it looks to expand
- By: Jonathan Got
- January 22, 2024 January 22, 2024
- 16:54
Betting on infrastructure with ETFs
Renewable energy, greater electrification and technological innovation are driving interest in infrastructure investments
- By: Rudy Luukko
- February 11, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 01:31
S&P/TSX composite index up more than 200 points, U.S. markets drift amid retail data
Disappointing U.S. retail sales raise bets for more rate cuts
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 17:21
CMHC outlook sees home sales picking up slightly in 2026
Housing starts forecast to drop to 247,000 this year as costs, inventories rise
- By: The Canadian Press
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 13:20
Claim against Bridging fund to be heard in mid-June
Alleged $213-million loan guarantee remains subject of dispute
- By: James Langton
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 17:03
FCA alleges crypto platform breached new rules
U.K. agency brings first proceeding alleging illegal promotional activity
- By: James Langton
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 15:22
FINTRAC sanctions real estate broker
Agency found firm failed to report suspicious transaction
- By: James Langton
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 15:08
GST/HST on trailing commissions to be enforced July 1: CRA notice
Date not reasonable for industry implementation, tax practitioner says
- By: Michelle Schriver
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 16:54
Advocates urge Ottawa to extend tax incentive for employee ownership
$10M capital gains exemption for sellers set to expire at end of this year
- By: Craig Lord, The Canadian Press
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 10:49
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
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
Younger Canadians lead in ETF adoption: study
Fees, ease of access are key considerations for investors when selecting an ETF
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- February 10, 2026 February 10, 2026
- 12:17
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