CIRO revises derivatives rules for dealers
First phase of reforms to take effect Sept. 28
- By: James Langton
- January 18, 2024 January 18, 2024
- 16:26
Top Stories in News
Industry moves this week
Alongside Macoun's pending exit from Canada Life were changes at Wellington-Altus, Broadridge Financial and more
- By: Katie Keir
- January 18, 2024 January 18, 2024
- 15:19
TD expects $141M from Schwab holdings as U.S. banks report earnings
Adjusted net income estimated to drop 30% from previous year
- By: Ian Bickis, The Canadian Press
- January 18, 2024 January 18, 2024
- 14:14
Product roundup: ETFs from Invesco, Purpose chase AI theme
Plus, the income products keep coming
- By: Mark Burgess
- January 18, 2024 January 19, 2024
- 13:23
Jobless rate remains at record low: OECD
Employment readings largely stable to close 2023
- By: James Langton
- January 18, 2024 January 18, 2024
- 12:59
CSA sets rules for crypto funds
Regulators seek to codify initial investment restrictions, custody provisions
- By: James Langton
- January 18, 2024 January 18, 2024
- 12:40
Former BMO execs Andrew Auerbach and Jean Blacklock launch investment counsel firm
New practice aims to differentiate with therapeutic approach to planning
- By: Michelle Schriver
- January 18, 2024 January 18, 2024
- 08:47
TFSA usage drops as Canadians cope with higher cost of living: BMO
One in four deferred investing to pay down debt amid high interest rates, according to a survey
- By: Jonathan Got
- January 18, 2024 January 18, 2024
- 08:46
From the Regulators
Global regulators add guidance on margin practices
IOSCO, Basel Committee recommendations target non-central clearing markets
- By: James Langton
- January 17, 2024 January 17, 2024
- 16:11
China’s outlook dims after outperforming in 2023
Real GDP in China grew by 5.2% last year but is expected to slow in the year ahead, Desjardins says
- By: James Langton
- January 17, 2024 January 17, 2024
- 15:39
Red Sea conflict latest test for global supply chains
Disruption to key global shipping lanes has varied credit impacts, DBRS says
- By: James Langton
- January 17, 2024 January 17, 2024
- 15:33
Research and Markets
Use of alternative data grows, with increased interest in AI: report
While more investors said they're using alternative sources, the costs of such data may be coming down
- By: Mark Burgess
- January 17, 2024 April 10, 2025
- 15:29
Industry News
What happens if FSRA finds a life agent unsuitable
The Ontario regulator discussed proposed licensing suitability guidance during a webinar on Wednesday
- By: Michelle Schriver
- January 17, 2024 January 17, 2024
- 15:27
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
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
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