Most capital gains tax isn’t paid by the wealthy, report argues
Excluding capital gains from income gives "a truer picture" of who pays the tax, according to a Fraser Institute report
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- January 19, 2021 January 19, 2021
- 14:29
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Industry News
New software aims to enhance TCFD disclosure
Mantle314's platform is currently being tested by 15 public companies
- By: IE Staff
- January 19, 2021 January 19, 2021
- 13:52
Research and Markets
Income inequality worse than previously thought: report
Low-paying jobs have disappeared, while high-paying jobs have increased dramatically
- By: IE Staff
- January 19, 2021 January 19, 2021
- 13:37
LME plans to close trading floor for good
Exchange says shift to electronic trading would boost transparency, efficiency and liquidity
- By: James Langton
- January 19, 2021 January 19, 2021
- 12:21
Insurers stand ready to finance low-carbon transition
CLHIA sees shortage of sustainable investment options
- By: James Langton
- January 19, 2021 January 19, 2021
- 12:16
Products
Empire Life launches three new seg funds
New offerings include two multi-strategy GIFs and an ESG fund
- By: IE Staff
- January 19, 2021 January 19, 2021
- 11:21
Industry News
Bank of America 4Q profit falls 18% on lower interest rates
The bank’s balance sheet is heavily weighted toward short-term interest rates
- By: Ken Sweet
- January 19, 2021 January 19, 2021
- 10:14
Industry News
Goldman Sachs’ profits more than double, despite pandemic
Earnings significantly exceeded analyst expectations
- By: Ken Sweet
- January 19, 2021 January 19, 2021
- 10:09
FCA tackles flurry of investment scams
Regulator sees spike in illicit activity during pandemic-racked 2020
- By: James Langton
- January 18, 2021 January 18, 2021
- 16:06
From the Regulators
Court orders trial to assess whether investor was misled
Investor's sophistication at issue in unregistered trading scheme
- By: James Langton
- January 18, 2021 January 18, 2021
- 15:50
From the Regulators
Biden picks Chopra, Gensler for financial oversight roles
The choice for SEC chair signals a more activist role after a deregulatory stretch during the Trump administration
- By: The Associated Press
- January 18, 2021 January 18, 2021
- 14:53
People
Christine Bergeron named Vancity CEO
Bergeron has held several senior roles since joining the co-op in 2011
- By: IE Staff
- January 18, 2021 January 18, 2021
- 13:15
Many Covid-19 business casualties were in financial trouble before the virus hit: StatsCan
Current crisis unusual as insolvencies dropped despite severe economic shock
- By: James Langton
- January 18, 2021 January 18, 2021
- 12:49
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
Supreme Court set to rule on ex-rep’s leave request
Ex-rep seeking to challenge constitutionality of BCSC records seizure
- By: James Langton
- April 6, 2026 April 3, 2026
- 01:47
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
When an alter ego trust might be right for your client
They can be a powerful tool when dealing with complicated family dynamics or alternative assets
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 6, 2026 March 31, 2026
- 05:09
Tech roundup: Wealth management platform launches premium tier
Plus, notetaking AI in insurance, BMO's tokenized cash and tech partnerships
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 6, 2026 April 2, 2026
- 01:00
How firms can use AI in a responsible, compliant way
Getting it wrong could draw regulators’ ire, put you at legal risk
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 6, 2026 March 31, 2026
- 01:00
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
The case for retirement compensation arrangements
When successful business owners maximize their registered plans, RCAs can help plan for future income needs
- By: Andrea Lettner
- April 6, 2026 March 31, 2026
- 01:03
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