Letters to the editor: Rules revision stirs debate
Some advisors and industry advocates take exception to the juggernaut of regulatory change that is sweeping through the investing sector
Some advisors and industry advocates take exception to the juggernaut of regulatory change that is sweeping through the investing sector
Editorial
Now that fat, sugar, wheat and meat are off the table, root vegetables are among the main choices. Parsnip and celeriac anyone?
Having recently passed the first anniversary of the launch of mini-options contracts, the time is now ripe to discuss their virtues. That’s because it’s best…
Buying an investment-grade corporate bond and selling a government bond of the same term could work well for clients
A vital source of incremental return
Montreal-based O’Leary Funds Management LP has introduced O’Leary Tactical Income Fund, which aims to emphasize income generation throughout the interest rate and credit cycles by…
Energy stocks benefited from heightened demand this winter
Toronto-based CIBC Asset Management Inc. (CIBCAM) has announced portfolio subadvisor changes to its lineup of international equities funds. U.S.-based Pzena Investment Management LLC has been…
Toronto-based RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBCGAM) has launched four new equity funds: RBC Global Equity Fund, RBC U.S. Equity Value Fund, RBC Japanese Equity…
Toronto-based AGF Investments Inc. is looking to simplify its current product suite through several proposed changes. AGF is proposing to merge AGF Global Government Bond…
New studies suggest that mutual funds with more than one portfolio manager tend to perform better
Public financial services firms report healthier profits many also boosted dividends after the end of Q4 last year
The CSA is finally moving to impose disclosure when mutual funds are sold, regardless of fund type or sales channel
Tax court rules that money returned to a bilked investor is return of capital
Starting from scratch in Truro more than 20 years ago, advisor Flora Riyahi has built a booming practice and established herself as an integral member…
The iPad has provided welcome relief from lugging around heavy laptops and briefcases, especially when presenting to clients. Here are some of the most useful…
Attending industry conferences can provide valuable contacts and strategies to help you build your business. But these events take you out of the office and…
An advisor sees his assets shrinking as his aging clients begin drawing down on their investments. For the first time in years, he needs to…
Bill had just half an hour to get a commitment from a reluctant but high-value prospect. Bill's goal was not to sign the client that…
Oliver brings a deep understanding of financial markets
Wealth products bring in a predictable stream of revenue
Regulators are venturing into uncharted territory
The vast majority of COs and executives surveyed for this year's Report Card say the CRM 2 reforms will change the sector
Stronger equities markets have given those surveyed fewer reasons to gripe about the regulators that oversee their businesses. Includes main chart.
For the sixth year in a row, Investment Executive (IE) spoke with compliance officers (COs) and executives at various financial services firms to find out…
Although there are still many concerns for small dealers, they laud their regulators for making a concerted effort to improve
COs and executives laud most regulators for keeping firms updated on news and developments and for making staff accessible
The SROs are faring better than their provincial counterparts, but all regulators have work to do to improve
Some regulators are seeing improvements in their ratings, and it's evident they're making an effort to be collaborative
Almost six in 10 survey participants are opposed to the introduction of a "best interest" standard for financial advisors
