Market Insights

Trade execution under scrutiny

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

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Industry

Active investing is here to stay

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

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Industry

More credit for credit derivatives

These instruments often make investors nervous. But should they?

By Bud Haslett |June 25, 2012

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Industry

Is dollar-cost averaging smart?

Many advisors use this strategy for clients. Is it effective?

June 22, 2012

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A fresh look at currency

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 […]

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Returns will disappoint clients: Drummond

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.

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Market Insights

Trade execution under scrutiny

Active investing is here to stay

More credit for credit derivatives

Is dollar-cost averaging smart?

Diversify emerging-market exposure

Taste companies before buying

Housing: Will the bubble burst?

A fresh look at currency

Returns will disappoint clients: Drummond

Global woes pull at Canada: CIBC