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Advisors are holding their own

Assets under management have remained steady over the past year, ending a string of successive gains that advisors have enjoyed this decade, while productivity has…

Brokerage Report Card 2016 main chart

How advisors rated their firms

  • By: IE Staff
  • April 21, 2016 November 9, 2019
  • 23:00

MFDA moves closer to having mutual fund reps sell ETFs

The regulator is also taking a proactive approach to members’ concerns about cost and compensation reporting coming into effect with CRM2

Canada’s expanding ETF industry expected to grow even further

It’s likely most of the large mutual fund companies and banks will start getting into this space, ETF industry expert suggests

Nest Wealth readies launch of new tool for financial advisors

The robo-advisor firm will launch Nest Wealth Pro, a technological tool that keeps the advisor as the focal point of a relationship with a client,…

Sphere Investments launches with promise to deliver 30 ETFs

A product lineup that will grow to more 30 than factor-tilted, smart beta ETFs will distinguish Sphere from its competitors, says the firm’s founder and…

Mackenzie launches ETF suite

Four actively managed, fixed-income ETFs begin trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange

Whole life vs universal life: Weighing the options

Consider cost and a client’s desire to be involved in the investment process when helping to choose a type of coverage

Making the case for permanent life insurance

Although some clients may be put off by the cost of premiums, advisors can demonstrate the value of permanent coverage

Much support for Ontario expert panel’s recommendations

Although there are concerns, the FPSC, the CIFPS, the IIAC and FAIR Canada are in favour of the recommendation to regulate financial planning

The changing face of permanent life insurance

Permanent policies are becoming more expensive and less tax-advantageous, but Canadians are still buying plenty of coverage

Expert committee calls for regulation of financial planning, statutory duty

New report also recommends a simplified approach to dealing with consumer complaints and a consumer-friendly process for recovering losses

How much do clients really need to save?

How much do clients really need to save?

In part four, Peter Drake, former vice president, retirement and economic research, Fidelity Investments, Canada, gives tips on tackling the perennial question of how much…

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.