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February 2018

News

Recent reductions by major mutual fund firms range from 5 bps to 55 bps

Many MFDA-licensed advisors are taking another look at IIROC

Are firms shifting clients into lower-cost funds as appropriate?

Canadians who work with an advisor are much more likely to take advantage of tax-registered plans such as RRSPs and TFSAs

Several key factors affected the relative returns of some mutual fund families

Report on the Nation

Higher wages could bolster consumer spending, but rising interest rates and stricter mortgage rules pose challenges for the housing market

Solid economic growth in B.C. is expected to continue. However, the new NDP government faces challenges

A resurgence in oil prices helped Alberta’s economy enjoy a healthy rebound in 2017, and further growth is expected this year

Manufacturing and construction have been strong economic drivers form Quebec, the growth of which is expected to slow slightly this year

An aging population, declining energy exports and fewer major projects weigh down economic activity in the Atlantic provinces

Improvements in oil prices and potash production are driving a rebound in Saskatchewan’s economy, while Manitoba stays the course

Declines in GDP for the Northwest Territories and Nunavut are anticipated for 2018. The outlook for the Yukon is much brighter

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Focus on Products

Defaults are declining in the high-yield arena as corporate issuers enjoy rising profitability and strong balance sheets

Recent lofty market gains have given investors unreasonable expectations for future portfolio performance

Franklin Bissett Canadian Bond Fund

New fund oking to capitalize on investor behaviour

20 fund mergers announced

PowersShares Monthly Income Fund

Lower management fees for 32 funds

Comment & Insight

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