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Investors ask for mandated diversity disclosure

Issuers prefer a more principles-based approach to sharing data about board members

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What’s next for the ISSB?

Consultation shows range of views on where the organization should focus next

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Strong markets boost financial firms as risks lie ahead

Profit Survey: High rates may cut into profits in future quarters

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Expanded uses for enforcement sanctions panned

Stakeholders worry the money could be turned into a slush fund

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Industry ready for education shakeup

CIRO consultation shows support for exam-based model

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Ontario ruling sheds light on how wills are revived

Handwritten notes are deemed a valid codicil

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How ETFs are managing ESG engagement

It’s still a challenge for passive funds

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At the half: Breaking down 2023’s top ETF themes

Trading patterns provide clues to which investors are buying which funds

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Liquid alt ETFs get boost from unexpected places

Almost five years into the regime, new categories have won over investors

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FHSAs can be a versatile savings tool for clients

ETFs can boost an FHSA strategy by offering diversification and downside protection

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What’s on the regulatory horizon for ETFs?

Advisors should monitor tax changes, T+1 and a wide-ranging review of the sector

  • By: IE Staff
  • October 15, 2023 October 13, 2023
  • 00:07
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ETF boutiques find their niche

In a market dominated by big banks and multinationals, smaller providers must overcome significant barriers to thrive

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Building an ETF portfolio for a high-rate environment

Two experts explain their selections

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Are passive ETFs suited to a high interest-rate environment?

We asked three experts

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Single-stock ETFs versus CDRs: A comparison

Both products offer fractional exposure to U.S. stocks, but they differ substantially from one another

  • By: Rudy Luukko
  • October 15, 2023 October 11, 2023
  • 00:02
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Will cash ETFs stand the test of time (and markets)?

History suggests ETF trends are often momentary phenomena tied to unique market conditions

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Does first-mover advantage matter for ETFs?

Funds that launch first often gather more assets and charge higher fees, but they don’t always maintain their top status

  • By: Yan Barcelo
  • October 15, 2023 October 11, 2023
  • 00:00
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Window closing on family business transfers using Bill C-208

Fed’s proposed new rules will be more restrictive

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Guardian CEO adapts with the times

Newsmaker: George Mavroudis has seen his firm expand globally. Now he’s eyeing the retail market

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Dealers thriving in high-rate environment

Interest revenue and fee income have boosted profits

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Regulators mull redemption fees for investors who sell during market stress

Fund industry pushes back on reforms to address liquidity issues

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Tighter AMT rules a pain for trusts

Ineligibility for the basic exemption disadvantages commonly used structures

Rohit Mehta

New Horizons CEO talks scale and consolidation

Newsmaker: In a more crowded ETF field, Rohit Mehta says there’s still room for innovation

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No clear consensus on diversity disclosures

The CSA extended the comment period for competing corporate governance proposals

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What’s behind the CSA’s review of ETFs?

Regulators are examining the sector to determine if reforms are needed