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BoC hikes to 0.50%

The widely expected quarter-point increase is the central bank's first interest rate hike since October 2018

By: Daniel Calabretta
March 2, 2022 March 2, 2022
10:14

Size of corporation key to effective board diversity

The smaller the firm, the higher the impact of women directors on financial metrics

By: Maddie Johnson
March 2, 2022 March 2, 2022
09:47

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Shorter settlement cycle no panacea for markets, Fitch says

Move to T+1 won't reduce risks posed by derivatives

By: James Langton
March 1, 2022 March 1, 2022
17:23

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Relentless inflation could lead to recession: Fitch

If price pressures don't ease, central banks may be forced to get more aggressive, threatening growth

By: James Langton
March 1, 2022 March 1, 2022
17:19

Canadian economy ends strong year with 6.7% growth in Q4

The economy held up better than many expected through the omicron wave, providing justification for rate hikes

By: IE staff, with files from Canadian Press
March 1, 2022 March 1, 2022
12:00

What do Russian sanctions mean for ETFs?

The potential removal of Russian listings from MSCI indexes would challenge the fund industry

By: Melissa Shin
March 1, 2022 March 8, 2022
10:36

With little Russian exposure, volatility the bigger threat for funds

Some European funds suspended redemptions amid a liquidity crunch, Fitch reports

By: James Langton
February 28, 2022 February 28, 2022
16:30

What advisors are telling clients about Russia-Ukraine conflict

Clients with cash may consider "selectively" buying the dip, but advisors warn against market timing

By: Daniel Calabretta
February 28, 2022 February 28, 2022
16:11

Balance of payments sees first surplus since financial crisis

Higher energy prices boost exports, StatsCan reports

By: James Langton
February 28, 2022 February 28, 2022
15:25

Risks abound but global economy stabilizing: Moody’s

Easing pandemic restrictions and healthy balance sheets underpin the recovery

By: James Langton
February 28, 2022 February 28, 2022
15:10

EU finance chiefs grapple with economic fallout from Russian invasion

The European Union braces for higher energy prices and a drag on consumption and investment

By: The Associated Press
February 25, 2022 February 25, 2022
14:29

Key U.S. inflation gauge hit 6.1% in January

The reading was the largest year-over-year rise since 1982

By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press, The Associated Press
February 25, 2022 February 25, 2022
12:24

Federal government posts $70B deficit for April to December

The result compared to $248 billion a year earlier

By: The Canadian Press
February 25, 2022 February 25, 2022
12:08

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Global trade surged in 2021: OECD

Rising energy prices helped boost value of global commerce

By: James Langton
February 24, 2022 February 24, 2022
15:50

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Global housing markets strongest since financial crisis: BIS

Canada among the biggest gainers in the G20

By: James Langton
February 24, 2022 February 24, 2022
15:12

Russian invasion stokes inflation, may slow rate hikes: BMO

Higher world oil prices the primary effect for Canadian economy, policy

By: James Langton
February 24, 2022 February 24, 2022
13:58

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Social washing could be the next greenwashing: Fitch

Consumer protection a growing priority for regulators, issuers and investors

By: James Langton
February 23, 2022 February 23, 2022
15:46

Oil heading higher as Ukraine tensions escalate

In the worst-case scenario, oil prices could skyrocket

By: Amanda Stephenson, Canadian Press
February 23, 2022 February 23, 2022
15:40

Board diversity continues to improve, Moody’s says

Women now hold about 29% of board seats in Europe and North America

By: James Langton
February 22, 2022 February 22, 2022
15:57

DIY trend seen fuelling demand for advisors

A report from Greenwich says technology makes investing more accessible but no less complex

By: James Langton
February 22, 2022 February 22, 2022
15:51

CI acquires California-based RIA with US$5B in assets

CI CEO MacAlpine says pipeline for new deals remains "robust" despite market volatility

By: Rudy Mezzetta
February 22, 2022 February 22, 2022
12:56

Slower start to RRSP season for mutual funds

ETF sales up in January, mutual funds down as markets swoon

By: James Langton
February 22, 2022 February 22, 2022
12:06

Outlook for interest rates, inflation are key trends as banks set to report earnings

The results come as investors shift from growth stocks to more value-oriented options like banks

By: Ian Bickis, The Canadian Press
February 22, 2022 February 22, 2022
11:49

Cross-border investment soared in 2021: StatsCan

Unprecedented levels were reached both in Canada and abroad

By: James Langton
February 17, 2022 February 17, 2022
14:40

SEC sunshine a catalyst for private advisers: Moody’s

Enhanced transparency from private funds will boost confidence, assets

By: James Langton
February 17, 2022 February 17, 2022
13:41