Bank of Nova Scotia today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire TradeFreedom Securities Inc., a privately owned and dynamic Canadian online brokerage boutique.The transaction complements product offerings currently available through the bank’s direct investment arm, ScotiaMcLeod Direct Investing. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed, and are subject to regulatory approval.“This transaction […]
Disnat, the online brokerage division of Desjardins Securities, is marking its 25th anniversary this year. The first brokerage firm to offer discount brokerage services in Canada, in 1983, Disnat is proud of its achievements and looks to the future with optimism.Disnat was founded in 1982, under the name Les Investissements Disnat inc. It first offered […]
Delivers independent analyst research on U.S. and Canadian equities
Indian Internet intruders charged with making unauthorized purchases to pump up markets for 14 securities
Online broker continues with $250 pricing cap
Tools lets clients choose their investment mix
New packagae offers online investors trades as low as $6.95
Foreign traders hijacked online brokerage accounts to conduct “pump and dump” scheme
New rate for active traders effective December 1
Guarantee is part of RBC Financial Group’s ongoing efforts to raise public awareness about online security issues