Top bank economists expect 2021 recovery if Canada quells Covid-19
Economists expressed cautious optimism for the months ahead at a recent virtual event
- By: Tara Deschamps, The Canadian Press, The Canadian Press
- January 7, 2021 January 7, 2021
- 12:02
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Research and Markets
Unprecedented year results in greater household wealth
Households saw fortunes grow despite the economic plunge
- By: James Langton
- January 6, 2021 January 6, 2021
- 15:07
Research and Markets
TFSA assets rise 8% year over year, CRA says
Average unused TFSA contribution room in 2018 was $34,165
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- January 6, 2021 January 6, 2021
- 14:47
Industry News
Raymond James adds sustainability investment team
Veteran investment banker Jimmy Leung will lead the new group
- By: IE Staff
- January 6, 2021 January 6, 2021
- 13:42
A banner year for Canadian ETF flows
ETF sales reached a “whopping” $41 billion, outpacing mutual fund sales for the third straight year
- By: IE Staff
- January 6, 2021 January 6, 2021
- 12:24
From the Regulators
Retail investor costs in EU regs’ crosshairs for 2021
ESMA will focus on fund costs in the year ahead
- By: James Langton
- January 6, 2021 January 6, 2021
- 12:07
Products
CI launches new private markets product for HNW clients
New product developed in partnership with U.S.-based asset manager Adams Street Partners
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- January 6, 2021 January 6, 2021
- 12:00
IIROC details pandemic relief efforts
The SRO offered hardship exemptions from certain rules for much of 2020
- By: James Langton
- January 6, 2021 January 6, 2021
- 11:50
Average home price in Toronto up 13.5% last year
Prices hit a record in 2020 as sales climbed, the real estate board said
- By: Anita Balakrishnan, The Canadian Press
- January 6, 2021 January 6, 2021
- 10:35
Research and Markets
Unprecedented year sets records for investment bankers
Spike in underwriting activity fuels jump in banking fees
- By: James Langton
- January 5, 2021 January 5, 2021
- 16:18
Jab rate must accelerate for health of the economy
Slow vaccine rollout imperils economic recovery prospects, a BMO report says
- By: James Langton
- January 5, 2021 January 5, 2021
- 15:27
Court upholds BCSC freeze orders
Appeal court rules that regulator was right to allow orders issued in investigation
- By: James Langton
- January 5, 2021 January 5, 2021
- 14:15
World Bank sees subdued recovery in 2021 and plenty of risk
The bank warns of a decade of “growth disappointments” without comprehensive policy reforms
- By: Martin Crutsinger, The Associated Press
- January 5, 2021 January 5, 2021
- 13:33
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