More traditional finance professionals shifting to crypto as sector grows up
High-profile hires have helped to erode some of the stigma around the space
- By: Ian Bickis, The Canadian Press
- May 4, 2022 May 4, 2022
- 17:13
High-profile hires have helped to erode some of the stigma around the space
Meghan Meger and Geoff Newton will take over as co-heads of BMO Private Wealth in Canada next month
Several countries see double digit inflation as energy prices spike
Front running unreleased stock picks netted US$12 million in illicit profits, U.S. authorities say
The Federal Reserve raised the benchmark short-term interest rate to a range of 0.75% to 1%
Annual pace of home price growth ‘will moderate in the coming months’
The Canadian Securities Institute is the latest approved credentialing body for Ontario financial planners
A global study found 40% of millennials are turning to advisors while only 7% use automated advice
Cryptoasset ETFs saw the largest outflows since the funds were created
It was also another big quarter for product launches, a Morningstar report said
Deputy governor Carolyn Rogers said a clear view of the future has been hard to come by over the last two years
Only 17% of Canadians said they're likely to invest in cryptoassets as a short-term investment
The regulator added 20 staffers to its crypto enforcement team
'Hot print' from Micron Technologies boosted enthusiasm for tech stocks, says portfolio manager
Central bank sees slowdown in wage gains from collective agreements
Rise in benchmark short-term rate to 0.75% is aimed at curbing inflation
Accountant allegedly found assets used to lure investors to schemes
OSC forgoes monetary sanctions, amid bankruptcy, ongoing litigation
Execs that previously pleaded guilty in fraud case accept regulatory sanctions
Plus, Raymond James gains Richardson advisor, and promotions at BMO, CI GAM, Wellington-Altus and more
Provincial regulator can halt trading when misinformation circulates
QAFP exam has one more sitting before title protection transition ends
Plus, Wellington-Alus Private Counsel and Ninepoint Partners add new talent
Also, moves at Mackenzie Investments, Edward Jones Canada and the CSA
Plus, moves at BMO Private Wealth, Fiera Capital and CIBC GAM
Mutual fund, ETF AUM rose for the seventh consecutive month
Plus, other product launches and news, including more ESG fund terminations
More than 300 new products landed in 2025 — a new record