Canada’s sector outlooks grim, amid headwinds: Fitch
Widespread downgrades not forecast, as companies have buffers
- By: James Langton
- December 16, 2025 December 16, 2025
- 12:48
Employers had fewer difficulties filling available positions
BCSC sent case back to SRO panel, which dismissed allegations
ECB's reform proposals may face pushback from banks, policymakers
Unemployment rate rises to 4.6%, the highest level since 2021
U.S. markets focused on AI stocks, plus this week's jobs and inflation data
Exchange agrees to reforms, capital hit to address concerns raised by review
Association also tightens compensation disclosure requirements
Breach not worthy of year-long suspension, CIRO panel finds
Revised rule introducing three tiers of MGAs seen as 'too broad', confusing
After first half pause, offshore investors back buying bonds in Q3
Chemical, wood product and transportation subsectors suffer biggest drops
Plus, other product launches and news, including more ESG fund terminations
Futures prices show investors expect the oil supply shock will resolve
MSCI to reclassify Greece indexes in May 2027
Move likely clears the way for Trump pick, Kevin Warsh
FCA leads week of action against illegal finfluencing activity
Soldier accused of betting on plans to capture Venezuelan leader
FCAC, OSC execs discuss consumer outcomes amid a concentrated market, innovation
Plus, other software updates and a partnership
It also wants to increase labour productivity by 3.3%
Interest rate on overdue tax will remain 7% in Q3
Seasoned ETF exec will help asset manager build "an entire footprint" in the country
Plus, another BMO alum joins software firm, new faces at Manulife and Optimize Wealth, and more
New leadership position brings better accountability for back-office workflows
Plus, a new gold bullion mutual fund and a slew of product lineup changes
Clarity for clients makes it easier to shop across carriers
At the same time, both fund types recorded positive net sales