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Shifting fortunes for four firms

Acquisition wrecks havoc on ratings

Small-cap picks in energy, financial services and industrials

Managers favour producers over service providers in the energy sector

Letters to the editor: IIROC firms already meet the best interests of their clients

Letters to the Editor: No confusion, Advocis says

As the U.K. reconsiders rules banning embedded commissions, Advocis reaffirms its commitment to both raising proficiency standards for advisors and embedded compensation

The long road to standardized risk disclosure

Although new delivery requirements for Fund Facts kick in this month, looming reforms to a key component of the disclosure document remain a work in…

Letters to the Editor: Proficiency, not commissions, reduces number of advisors

It’s worth reviewing the experience of the U.K., where advisors have faced higher proficiency standards since 2013

Letters to the editor: IIROC firms already meet the best interests of their clients

Letters to the Editor: Commission-based advisors can be held to highest standards

John De Goey’s response to Advocis fails to address how clients will suffer if many have to leave the business

Small-cap valuations improving

“We haven't seen as much upside in a long time,” manager says.

Point of sale: Navigating the new rules

Advisors must understand what “delivery” means — including the exceptions — to ensure they’re prepared to meet the new requirements

Letters to the editor: IIROC firms already meet the best interests of their clients

Letters to the Editor: Confusion at Advocis?

It seems contradictory to ask for both the retention of embedded fees and higher standards for financial advisors

Extending mutual fund regulation principles beyond funds

Some insurance products and ETFs are in regulators’ sights

Gold stocks lead small-cap revival

There are signs of green shoots among natural-resource stocks

Letters to the editor: IIROC firms already meet the best interests of their clients

Letters to the Editor: Higher professional standards needed

To protect clients, Advocis supports a new professional accreditation for financial advisors. Failure to do so will leave regulatory gaps.

The Seasons of an Advisor’s Life: Fall, a time for harvesting, productivity and shedding the old

Have You Thought About What Season Your Practice is in?

A different frame

HNW clients want guidance on the complex challenges that wealth can bring

Powering up your practice

Referrals are key to boosting your roster of HNW clients

CPPIB spending $690M for minority stake in software firm Regnology

The firm makes software focused on regulatory reporting solutions for financial institutions

Reclaiming Control: How Edward Jones Rewards Me for Building My Business, My Way

Discover how Edward Jones empowers experienced financial advisors like me with autonomy, support and a compensation model that values our experience.

Private REITs Offer Stability in Uncertain Political Environments

How private REITs can reduce portfolio volatility in times of public market turbulence.

Why the Definition of Independence Matters in the Canadian Securities Industry

Designed Securities Ltd. co-founders Gillian Kunza, CEO and Michael Konopaski, CFO explore common language, context and consensus in the Blue Ocean of independence.

Designed Securities’ AI readiness – how progress and quick pivots are leading them forward

Designed Securities Ltd. co-founders Gillian Kunza, CEO and Michael Konopaski, CFO continue their discussion about trailblazing in an industry filled wiqth conflict, opportunity, and dinosaurs.

Brokerage Report Card 2024 main chart

How investment advisors rated their firms’ support offerings and tools

  • By: IE Staff
  • June 5, 2024 June 4, 2024
  • 09:16

Insurance advisors share industry sentiment and needs (charts)

Insurance advisors answered multiple-choice questions about their industry experience for this inaugural research

Hot housing market gives some Canadians cold comfort

Housing costs are a growing worry, BMO index finds

  • By: IE Staff
  • March 17, 2022 March 17, 2022
  • 15:02

Canadian ETFs enter the metaverse

New funds hold several big names found in broad U.S. stock indexes

  • By: Rudy Luukko
  • January 24, 2022 January 24, 2022
  • 00:15

Can investing choices open doors to opportunity?

The NEI Global Corporate Leaders Fund is investing in companies that enable people to live and thrive.

Can investing choices improve quality of life?

The NEI Global Corporate Leaders Fund is investing in companies that promote people’s health and well-being.

Can investing choices create a more inclusive economy?

The NEI Global Corporate Leaders Fund is investing in companies breaking down barriers to economic participation.