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Regulators are looking at rules for best execution, say presenters at the Canadian Equity Market conference, presented by Ontario Securities Commission and IIROC in Toronto today.
By Philip Porado |June 26, 2012
1 min read
Passive investing follows markets and is considered a safe hedge against near-term volatility. But dramatic increases in passive investing introduced mispricing to the markets that let active value-oriented investors to find hidden long-term gems. We may be at a pivotal point. Passive strategies have worked for the last few years as a safe harbour from […]
By Vikram Barhat |June 25, 2012
3 min read
These instruments often make investors nervous. But should they?
By Bud Haslett |June 25, 2012
6 min read
Many advisors use this strategy for clients. Is it effective?
June 22, 2012
5 min read
For a greater chance at success, stick with broad market ETFs.
By Atul Tiwari |June 21, 2012
Economic Indicators
The best way to understand if a company is a good investment is to get your hands dirty, says Gary Lisenbee, CEO and CIO at Metropolitan West Capital.
By Martha Porado |June 21, 2012
2 min read
So far, Canada has avoided a catastrophic housing crash. And, while it’s unlikely a popping of Canada’s housing bubble would resound worldwide, it would be a downer domestically.
By Staff |June 21, 2012
Investors should think about currency risk as might approach a dessert menu, according to the head of currency implementation with Russell Investments. “When we talk about currency, it’s like we’re talking about pie,” said Ian Toner, speaking at the recent Pension & Benefits Summit in Toronto. “The problem with currency is, you need to know […]
By Brooke Smith |June 21, 2012
Advisors will find themselves across the table from some disappointed clients while the economy shakes itself out, economist Don Drummond told an Investment Industry Association of Canada board luncheon this week.
By Melissa Shin |June 20, 2012
Canada’s economy will see lacklustre growth of 2.1% both this year and next, says a CIBC World Markets forecast released today.
By Staff |June 20, 2012
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