Fitch predicts record year for sovereign downgrades
Government supports due to Covid-19 will erode finances worldwide, rating agency says
- By: James Langton
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 15:43
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Research and Markets
Pandemic relief policies need better data: C.D. Howe
Governments need real-time payroll information to deliver worker support programs
- By: James Langton
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 15:10
Expect extended recovery following current U.S. recession
Some economists say it could take two years or more
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press, The Associated Press
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 14:59
From the Regulators
E-signatures prevent pre-signed forms, but pose other risks
MFDA issues revised guidance on the use of electronic signatures
- By: James Langton
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 14:17
Research and Markets
Housing starts weaker in May, excluding Quebec
Quebec data was absent from April due to pandemic measures, affecting monthly comparison
- By: The Canadian Press
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 13:28
Are investors too optimistic about equities?
The S&P 500 is up more than 13% in the last year despite ongoing economic uncertainty
- By: Michelle Schriver
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 13:16
From the Regulators
CSA seeking input on CFR challenges
Regulators will use feedback to develop guidance
- By: James Langton
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 12:48
Research and Markets
Covid-19 may be worsening income inequality, StatsCan finds
High earners more likely to be in jobs that can be done remotely
- By: James Langton
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 11:15
Research and Markets
Lessons from advisors on discussing responsible investing
Advisors presented best practices for engaging clients during an RIA virtual panel
- By: Katie Keir
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 10:40
Industry News
Firms ramp up recruiting push
Covid-19 hasn’t thwarted wealth management firms’ efforts to attract new talent
- By: Rudy Mezzetta
- June 8, 2020 June 8, 2020
- 09:00
IIROC offers relief for reps unable to write exams
Dealers and representatives face issues due to CSI exams being suspended
- By: James Langton
- June 5, 2020 June 5, 2020
- 17:04
From the Regulators
U.S. regulator collects US$40 million in fines
SRO says top priority is returning money to harmed investors.
- By: James Langton
- June 5, 2020 June 5, 2020
- 15:46
AI names push stock markets higher on Friday
'Hot print' from Micron Technologies boosted enthusiasm for tech stocks, says portfolio manager
- By: Daniel Johnson, The Canadian Press
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 17:15
Wage growth slowing, ECB data shows
Central bank sees slowdown in wage gains from collective agreements
- By: James Langton
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 16:43
Bank of Japan hikes policy rate
Rise in benchmark short-term rate to 0.75% is aimed at curbing inflation
- By: Elaine Kurtenbach, The Associated Press
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 09:38
SEC sanctions Canadian over pump-and-dumps
Accountant allegedly found assets used to lure investors to schemes
- By: James Langton
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 15:39
Executive banned in failed real estate scheme
OSC forgoes monetary sanctions, amid bankruptcy, ongoing litigation
- By: James Langton
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 14:56
SEC sanctions key figures in FTX scandal
Execs that previously pleaded guilty in fraud case accept regulatory sanctions
- By: James Langton
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 13:42
Impersonation scams threaten advisors and their clients
High-profile firms and their clients were targeted in 2025
- By: IE Staff
- December 22, 2025 December 9, 2025
- 01:34
Industry moves: Michelle Connolly joins Q Wealth
Plus, Raymond James gains Richardson advisor, and promotions at BMO, CI GAM, Wellington-Altus and more
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 16:50
ASC extends safe harbour regime to climate-related disclosures
Provincial regulator can halt trading when misinformation circulates
- By: Jonathan Got
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 10:47
Industry moves: Richardson Wealth, CIBC Wood Gundy and CI Assante score veteran teams
Plus, Wellington-Alus Private Counsel and Ninepoint Partners add new talent
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- October 3, 2025 November 12, 2025
- 17:39
Industry moves: John MacIntyre named chair of TD Bank
Also, moves at Mackenzie Investments, Edward Jones Canada and the CSA
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- August 4, 2025 August 1, 2025
- 00:33
Industry moves: Huston Loke leaves FSRA
Plus, moves at BMO Private Wealth, Fiera Capital and CIBC GAM
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- July 18, 2025 July 18, 2025
- 17:06
Investment fund sales, assets climbed in November: SIMA
Mutual fund, ETF AUM rose for the seventh consecutive month
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- December 19, 2025 December 19, 2025
- 11:58
Product roundup: Ardian brings evergreen PE fund to Canada
Plus, other product launches and news, including more ESG fund terminations
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- December 15, 2025 December 16, 2025
- 11:29
The ETF year in review
More than 300 new products landed in 2025 — a new record
- By: Rudy Luukko
- December 12, 2025 December 12, 2025
- 13:24