OSFI to consider special dividend requests
Too soon to relax curbs on regular dividends, but special distributions may fly
- By: James Langton
- December 15, 2020 December 15, 2020
- 09:32
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Research and Markets
Environmental risks on the rise: Moody’s
The amount of debt held by sectors facing high climate-related risk is up 49% from 2018
- By: James Langton
- December 14, 2020 December 14, 2020
- 15:29
Research and Markets
Home prices to continue to climb in 2021 as unmet demand carries over: Royal LePage
The forecast comes after a year when the real estate market defied expectations
- By: Anita Balakrishnan
- December 14, 2020 December 14, 2020
- 15:22
Even auditors can get whistleblower awards once in a while
SEC makes exception from ban on payouts for compliance staff
- By: James Langton
- December 14, 2020 December 14, 2020
- 14:45
From the Regulators
Fed to weigh further options for aiding U.S. economy in peril
Congress has yet to agree on another round of urgently needed financial aid
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press
- December 14, 2020 December 14, 2020
- 13:02
Research and Markets
Global M&A hits US$1 trillion for fourth quarter
Big pharma deal pushes activity to second straight trillion-dollar quarter
- By: James Langton
- December 14, 2020 December 14, 2020
- 12:42
From the Regulators
Institutional, management failures enabled massive privacy breach at Desjardins: AMF
The firm failed to adopt recommendations from regulator, internal auditors
- By: James Langton
- December 14, 2020 December 14, 2020
- 11:57
FSRA names new CEO for troubled PACE
The Ontario regulator resumed oversight of the embattled credit union last month
- By: James Langton
- December 14, 2020 December 14, 2020
- 11:15
People
Joseph Bakish named 2020 winner of IIAC Top Under 40 award
Award celebrates talented young professionals in the investment industry
- By: IE Staff
- December 14, 2020 December 11, 2020
- 08:10
CPP outpaced registered plans, pensions in 2019
Withdrawals exceeded contributions, but strong markets boosted pension assets
- By: James Langton
- December 11, 2020 December 11, 2020
- 16:42
From the Regulators
U.K. courts grapple with Covid-19 insurance claims
FCA consults on guidance for insurers and clients, as the U.K. Supreme Court considers policy interpretations
- By: James Langton
- December 11, 2020 December 11, 2020
- 15:18
From the Regulators
Court restores IIROC disciplinary decision
A New Brunswick court has overturned a tribunal's finding that an IIROC proceeding was unfair
- By: James Langton
- December 11, 2020 December 11, 2020
- 14:42
Madoff victims get more money back
Latest payout brings investor recovery from massive Ponzi scheme to over 80%
- By: James Langton
- December 11, 2020 December 11, 2020
- 14:40
Defence stock strategies gain spotlight amid global conflicts
Investors can look beyond weapons to cybersecurity, AI and drone technology
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- April 7, 2026 April 7, 2026
- 10:32
Key Fed official sees possible rate hike amid higher gas prices, inflation concerns
Cleveland Fed's estimates inflation could reach 3.5% in April
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press
- April 7, 2026 April 7, 2026
- 09:16
U.S. markets fall as Trump’s deadline for Iran to reopen oil route nears
Trump escalates threats against Iran, sends oil prices higher
- By: Scott Berg
- April 7, 2026 April 7, 2026
- 09:05
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