Digital confetti drops, online tricks facing SEC scrutiny
Regulators concerned about blurring lines between engagement and advice
- By: James Langton
- August 27, 2021 August 27, 2021
- 15:59
Regulators concerned about blurring lines between engagement and advice
Companies' short-term economic concerns are compounded by the Delta variant
Court gives nod to receiver's plan to find counsel for investors
Large U.S. alt firms see huge growth potential in retail investors
Meanwhile, inflation over the past 12 months hit its fastest pace in three decades
More Canadians expect to outlive their savings
The drop in the deficit came as spending dropped compared with a year ago
Portfolio advisory changes to certain equity funds have also been announced
A qualifying senior couple would receive $750 more per year
Chair Jerome Powell signalled the beginning of the end of the Fed's pandemic response in a Friday speech
Revised KYP and product due diligence guidance accompany the rule changes
The decision for the U.S. central bank to dial back economic support becomes more complicated
Since the pandemic began, this is the first such move for a major central bank in Asia
'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
High-profile firms and their clients were targeted in 2025
Plus, Raymond James gains Richardson advisor, and promotions at BMO, CI GAM, Wellington-Altus and more
Provincial regulator can halt trading when misinformation circulates
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