Crypto a threat to financial, economic stability
FSB and IMF call for comprehensive regulation of crypto sector
- By: James Langton
- September 7, 2023 September 7, 2023
- 16:43
Top Stories in News
Poland bank governor says large interest rate cut justified by falling inflation
The central bank cut its reference rate from 6.75% to 6%
- By: Vanessa Gera, The Associated Press
- September 7, 2023 September 7, 2023
- 16:12
Bank of Canada may need to raise rates again, despite this week’s hold: Macklem
In a speech on Thursday, BoC governor said reining in inflation is the best way the central bank can support the economy
- By: Nojoud Al Mallees, Canadian Press
- September 7, 2023 September 7, 2023
- 15:59
From the Regulators
FSRA revokes licence of life agent who sold repeat policies
Alleged misconduct included untrustworthiness, fraud and deception
- By: IE Staff
- September 7, 2023 September 7, 2023
- 15:53
OSC seeks cease trade in forex fraud case
Regulators allege the scheme took over US$300 million from investors
- By: James Langton
- September 7, 2023 September 7, 2023
- 15:46
Former FTX crypto executive pleads guilty to making millions in illegal U.S. campaign contributions
Exec is the fourth high-ranking official at the company or its affiliates to plead guilty to criminal charges
- By: Jake Offenhartz, The Associated Press
- September 7, 2023 September 7, 2023
- 15:33
Research and Markets
Interest rate hikes might be over but don’t expect housing market to flare up: BMO
Softer jobs market, new listings, restrictive mortgage market all work against housing
- By: Ritika Dubey, The Canadian Press
- September 7, 2023 September 7, 2023
- 15:29
CSA increased bans, fines in latest fiscal year
Regulators' year in review also detailed crypto oversight, CFR sweep
- By: IE Staff
- September 7, 2023 September 7, 2023
- 13:33
Top Swiss regulator steps down
CEO cites stress, health in decision to resign from post
- By: James Langton
- September 6, 2023 September 6, 2023
- 16:17
ECB favours faster path to net zero
Higher upfront cost reduces long-term risks for economy, banks
- By: James Langton
- September 6, 2023 September 6, 2023
- 16:09
NDP leader calls for Bank of Canada mandate review as key rate holds steady
Ontario and British Columbia premiers also make direct appeals to the bank to not increase rates
- By: The Canadian Press
- September 6, 2023 September 6, 2023
- 15:37
Q&A: What today’s interest rate decision means
Experts weigh in on the Bank of Canada's intentions
- By: The Canadian Press
- September 6, 2023 September 6, 2023
- 15:12
‘Softish’ landing for labour market: TD Economics forecast
Unemployment rate of 6.7% forecast, with anticipated job losses of about 50,000
- By: Allan Janssen
- September 6, 2023 September 6, 2023
- 13:16
Oil prices climb, Canadian equities fall as talks to end Middle East war stall
Meanwhile, the U.S. stock market held relatively steady near its records
- By: Ritika Dubey, The Canadian Press
- April 29, 2026 April 29, 2026
- 17:22
Industry innovates, but financial health suffers
Paper calls for guardrails against negative side effects of digital innovation
- By: James Langton
- April 29, 2026 April 29, 2026
- 16:09
Structured finance outlooks dim as economy wobbles
Asset performance to weaken as growth slows and inflation, rates face pressure
- By: James Langton
- April 29, 2026 April 29, 2026
- 15:50
Crypto money launderer gets prison in U.S.
Shell companies, crypto exchange processed US$470 million in drug money
- By: James Langton
- April 29, 2026 April 29, 2026
- 15:55
CFTC asserts oversight of prediction markets
In series of legal filings, regulator claims exclusive jurisdiction
- By: James Langton
- April 29, 2026 April 29, 2026
- 09:29
FCA launches ESG ratings pilot
Project designed to avoid creating needless burden with new regime
- By: James Langton
- April 28, 2026 April 28, 2026
- 12:39
Powell plans to stay on at Fed after his term as chair ends
The Fed left its benchmark interest rate unchanged for 3rd straight meeting on Wednesday
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press
- April 29, 2026 April 29, 2026
- 14:24
Corient plans expansion into Canada
U.S. subsidiary of CI Financial seeks to plug "gap" in Canadian ultra-high-net-worth market
- By: IE Staff
- April 29, 2026 April 29, 2026
- 13:50
Foreign direct investment in Canada up 6.9% in 2025
Meanwhile, Canadian direct investment abroad rose 2.8% to $2.4 trillion
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 29, 2026 April 29, 2026
- 12:46
Fed chair Powell may reveal next steps Wednesday
Powell has signalled he could stay on Fed board after term as chair ends May 15
- By: Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press
- April 28, 2026 April 28, 2026
- 10:21
Kevin Gopaul to head up VanEck’s expansion into Canada
Seasoned ETF exec will help asset manager build "an entire footprint" in the country
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- April 24, 2026 April 24, 2026
- 17:30
Industry moves: Former BMO private wealth head Geoff Newton joins RBC Wealth Management
Plus, another BMO alum joins software firm, new faces at Manulife and Optimize Wealth, and more
- By: Alisha Hiyate
- April 24, 2026 April 24, 2026
- 16:05
Product roundup: First Trust launches energy ETF
Plus, a new gold bullion mutual fund and a slew of product lineup changes
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- April 24, 2026 April 24, 2026
- 17:15
Opinion: Insurers need to call the same riders by the same names
Clarity for clients makes it easier to shop across carriers
- By: Jonathan Got
- April 22, 2026 April 22, 2026
- 12:59
‘Market weakness’ causes mutual fund, ETF asset declines in March: SIMA
At the same time, both fund types recorded positive net sales
- By: Noushin Ziafati
- April 21, 2026 April 21, 2026
- 15:52