Schwab-TD Ameritrade transaction was the largest announced in the quarter
North America saw sizeable declines in deal value and volume
The bank's buyout of a U.S. algo firm demonstrates its commitment to fintech
Clearpool Group Inc. provides a cloud-based trade execution platform
The deal is expected to “boost Harbourfront’s already growing asset base”
JP Morgan tops global rankings, while RBC was the top Canadian firm
Merger activity was down from 2018, but remained strong on a historical basis
The transaction is part of CI’s plan to grow its presence in the U.S. RIA market
The deal also has provisions for Sun Life to acquire the remaining equity of InfraRed within five years
Ratings agency DBRS says the news is "favourable"