ESMA launches consultation on ESG ratings
Lack of standards poses investor protection concerns, European regulator warns
- By: James Langton
- February 3, 2022 February 3, 2022
- 12:48
Top Stories in News
Inflation hit 30-year high in December: OECD
Soaring energy prices and rising food costs drove the surge
- By: James Langton
- February 3, 2022 February 3, 2022
- 12:35
An end in sight for Crocus investors
Deloitte aims to make final payout in receivership that started in 2005
- By: James Langton
- February 3, 2022 February 3, 2022
- 12:20
BoE hikes interest rates again as prices surge
In contrast, the ECB doesn't plan to raise rates until 2023 despite record inflation
- By: Danica Kirka, The Associated Press, IE Staff
- February 3, 2022 February 3, 2022
- 11:12
Global M&A stayed hot to start 2022
Deal activity in January third highest on record, Refinitiv reports
- By: James Langton
- February 2, 2022 February 2, 2022
- 17:04
ESG bond market poised for new heights
Moody's ESG sees global issuance hitting US$1.35 trillion in 2022
- By: James Langton
- February 2, 2022 February 2, 2022
- 16:16
Macklem tells senators path for falling inflation rates is uncertain
Interest rates need to rise to bring inflation back to 2% target, the Bank of Canada governor told a Senate committee
- By: The Canadian Press
- February 2, 2022 February 2, 2022
- 16:01
Why women are less likely to invest than men
The industry isn't engaging with women enough and correcting misconceptions about investing, according to a BNY Mellon Investment Management–commissioned report
- By: IE Staff
- February 2, 2022 February 2, 2022
- 15:05
Industry News
Caution from OPEC+ producers to keep oil prices high
Some of the major oil producing nations agreed to add 400,000 barrels per day in March. Brent crude was priced at US$90.09
- By: David McHugh
- February 2, 2022 February 2, 2022
- 12:32
Research and Markets
January home sales down: Vancouver real estate board
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver says home sales totalled 2,285 in January, down nearly 5% from the same period in 2021
- By: The Canadian Press
- February 2, 2022 February 2, 2022
- 12:13
Inflation hits 5.1% in euro area
Energy prices, up 28.6%, played a major role in record inflation for nations using euro currency, but ECB predicts it will fall to 1.8% in…
- By: David McHugh
- February 2, 2022 February 2, 2022
- 10:18
Research and Markets
Labour still scarce, but supply chains improving: BMO
Latest U.S. data shows strength in manufacturing
- By: James Langton
- February 1, 2022 February 2, 2022
- 17:07
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
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
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
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
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
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