Invesco wraps ETFs in mutual funds
Four new funds focus on ESG and innovation
- By: IE Staff
- January 28, 2021 January 28, 2021
- 12:06
Top Stories in News
Brokerages limit trading in GameStop, sparking outcry
Robinhood, Charles Schwab and TD Ameritrade are among the brokerages restricting trades
- By: Alex Veiga, The Associated Press
- January 28, 2021 January 28, 2021
- 11:43
Investors see green returns as renewable energy rises
Renewable energy stocks soared last year with the promise of a friendlier White House
- By: Damian J. Troise, The Associated Press
- January 28, 2021 January 28, 2021
- 10:37
U.S. economy shrank 3.5% in 2020
GDP contraction in 2020 was the largest in 74 years
- By: Martin Crutsinger, The Associated Press
- January 28, 2021 January 28, 2021
- 10:19
From the Regulators
FSRA founds advisory committee on pension sector
The group will review the regulatory environment for employment-based pensions
- By: James Langton
- January 27, 2021 January 27, 2021
- 17:06
From the Regulators
Marketing company spun data into elder fraud, DoJ says
U.S. firm settles charges that it sold data to be used in fraudulent schemes
- By: James Langton
- January 27, 2021 January 27, 2021
- 16:59
Banks report disruptions as traders pile into BlackBerry, GameStop shares
A social media–based push has fuelled huge price gains and high trading volumes
- By: The Canadian Press
- January 27, 2021 January 27, 2021
- 16:14
Research and Markets
U.S. advisors added risk in 2020, analysis finds
Weightings increased in U.S. and growth equities, and in higher-yielding bonds
- By: Mark Burgess
- January 27, 2021 January 27, 2021
- 15:15
Industry News
Federal Reserve stresses its commitment to low rates for the long run
Economic uncertainty requires prolonged support from monetary policy
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press, The Associated Press
- January 27, 2021 January 27, 2021
- 14:52
At Davos, Canadian investment leaders push for climate-friendly economy
Carney talks carbon pricing, while OTPP exec lauds pension's sustainability goals
- By: Anita Balakrishnan, The Canadian Press
- January 27, 2021 January 27, 2021
- 14:29
From the Regulators
FCA warns about attack of the clones
Investment firm imitators are a growing threat to investors, the U.K. regulator says
- By: James Langton
- January 27, 2021 January 27, 2021
- 12:59
From the Regulators
IOSCO sets guidance on addressing investor complaints
Effective mechanisms would promote consumer confidence, the global regulators say
- By: James Langton
- January 27, 2021 January 27, 2021
- 12:36
Research and Markets
Pandemic took a bite out of crime: StatsCan
Most forms of crime dropped, but calls to police related to mental health increased
- By: James Langton
- January 27, 2021 January 27, 2021
- 12:19
U.S. employers added a surprisingly strong 178,000 jobs last month, rebounding from a weak February
The rebound was triggered by the end of a strike at Kaiser Permanente and improved weather across the country
- By: Paul Wiseman, The Associated Press
- April 3, 2026 April 3, 2026
- 09:40
Study analyzes Canadian advisors’ private markets exposure
Private equity was identified as top choice of alternatives asset class
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- April 3, 2026 April 3, 2026
- 05:16
Energy stocks help lift S&P/TSX composite, U.S. markets mixed
Trump address on Iran war rattles market optimism
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- April 2, 2026 April 2, 2026
- 16:59
Tribunal bans absentee Ponzi schemer
Fraudster sentenced in absentia after pleading guilty
- By: James Langton
- April 3, 2026 April 2, 2026
- 02:22
CIRO proposes short-selling reforms
SRO drops mandatory close-out proposal, adds new conduct-based approach
- By: James Langton
- April 2, 2026 April 2, 2026
- 16:53
ASX inquiry confirms cultural, governance failings
Company prioritized shareholder returns over infrastructure spend: ASIC
- By: James Langton
- April 2, 2026 April 2, 2026
- 14:18
Two financial planning software programs offer new tools
Conquest, Friedmann AI add features like large language model data migration, insurance quotes
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 3, 2026 March 31, 2026
- 06:00
Manulife Canada raises insurance underwriting limits
Changes come weeks after Manulife Singapore issued world's largest life insurance policy
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 3, 2026 April 1, 2026
- 06:00
Deals: Blue Cross buys StanCorp’s voluntary benefits business
And, multiple investments and acquisitions by private equity, miners
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 3, 2026 April 3, 2026
- 01:42
Industry moves: Fondaction gets a new CEO, B.C. team joins PWL Capital
Plus, appointments at Sun Life, Connor, Clark & Lunn, Sapling Financial and more
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- April 2, 2026 April 2, 2026
- 14:28
Industry moves: Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Canada adds veteran advisor
Plus, EQB gains talent, Fiera CEO on medical leave, and a leadership transition at Hazelview
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- March 30, 2026 March 30, 2026
- 12:00
Bank of Canada says Mendes leaving central bank, Kozicki to retire
Deputy governor posts to filled via an internal recruitment process
- By: The Canadian Press
- March 23, 2026 March 23, 2026
- 14:03
Stocks rally worldwide as oil prices ease on hopes for a possible end to the Iran war
S&P 500 adds another 0.7% after Tuesday's big leap
- By: Stan Choe, The Associated Press
- April 1, 2026 April 1, 2026
- 09:26
Product roundup: Aviva introduces pooled global equity fund for Canadian investors
Plus, a new ETF from Vanguard, TD issues a green bond and multiple fund changes announced
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- March 30, 2026 March 30, 2026
- 16:04
CIRO clarifies its prediction markets requirements for dealers
Regulator addresses questions from market participants after Wealthsimple gets approval to launch event contracts
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- March 27, 2026 March 27, 2026
- 12:13