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Vanguard exits climate group

Firm cited confusion in decision to leave Net Zero Asset Managers initiative

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Research and Markets

Exempt market issuance soared in 2021: OSC

Total issuance almost doubled from 2019, led by institutional investors

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From the Regulators

CSF launches continuing education portal for advisors

The Quebec self-regulatory organization will make the portal available in January

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Research and Markets

U.S. industry economists bracing for recession

SIFMA survey finds gloomy expectations for U.S. economy in 2023

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Research and Markets

Global housing seen slowing in 2023: Fitch

Gloomy outlook faces material downside risks, report says

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Bridging hearing slated for second half of 2023

Motion to stay case alleging abuse of process to be heard in May

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Industry News

Bank of Canada hikes key rate by half percentage point, signals possible pause

Rate tightening “likely has reached its zenith,” CIBC economist predicts

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Research and Markets

Institutional investors wary yet ‘remarkably optimistic’ in 2023 outlook

Managers are most bullish on bonds and private equity, according to a Natixis survey

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From the Regulators

Covid benefits helped economy rebound, but post-payment verification lacking: AG

The report said $4.6 billion went to ineligible people and another $27.4 billion should be investigated

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From the Regulators

IIROC seeking feedback on arbitration program overhaul

Proposals include increasing the limit on claims and publishing arbitration decisions

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Products

This ETF category could shine if “global macro doesn’t deliver”

About $16B is invested in Canadian covered-call ETFs: Horizons

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From the Regulators

BCSC bans fraudsters, orders $1.5M in sanctions

The panel imposed $1.1 million in penalties and $400,000 in disgorgement over a fuel-cell scheme

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Research and Markets

Inflation edged higher in October: OECD

As energy cooled, food costs drove up consumer prices

SEC warns firms of identity theft risks

Weaknesses in firms' practices uncovered in compliance exams

New SRO should oversee Quebec’s fund dealers: IIAC

Trade group calls on provincial finance minister to review fund dealer oversight

IOSCO task force to tackle transition to net zero

Sustainable Finance Task Force ready to rule on ISSB disclosure standards, carbon markets

Robinhood Crypto fined $30M for AML failings

New York regulator says firm's compliance didn't keep pace with its growth

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Address change would be temporary until quarantine efforts are lifted

  • By: IE Staff
  • April 1, 2020 May 13, 2020
  • 10:21

Keep calm and listen to your clients

We haven’t been through anything like this, but we’ve been through similar crises and recovered

Raymond James acquires Solus Trust

Vancouver-based trust company manages $400 million in assets

Banking alliance distances itself from UN campaign over emissions targets

Canada's big banks said they're still focused on net-zero commitments

Allow siblings to act as RDSP holders, report recommends

CRA's disability advisory committee releases its 2022 annual report

Big Six banks’ outlook deteriorating: Fitch

Higher net interest income may be the only bright spot for Canadian banks in 2023

Consumer debt tops $2.36 trillion in third quarter, up 7.3% from last year

The impact of rate hikes could be more visible by this time next year

Global growth outlook for 2023 weakens

Fitch cuts world forecasts, boosts Canada's 2022 growth

NBF’s Nicole Miller to receive WCM leadership award

Women in Capital Markets' annual awards take place in Toronto on Wednesday

  • By: IE Staff
  • December 5, 2022 December 5, 2022
  • 14:06

Industry moves this week

Appointments follow the launch of a new division at Raymond James Ltd. and a retirement announcement from CSI

  • By: Katie Keir
  • December 1, 2022 December 1, 2022
  • 12:33

Steve Hawkins retires from Horizons

This week's industry moves

  • By: Katie Keir
  • November 22, 2022 November 22, 2022
  • 14:16

Case for alts is changing in new environment

Higher yields in traditional fixed income may put pressure on industry

ETF investors go long on bonds in November

Fixed income funds led again, this time with a preference for longer duration

  • By: IE Staff
  • December 5, 2022 December 5, 2022
  • 09:58

Single-security ETFs present benefits, challenges

Panellists discussed the funds during the ETFGI summit