Industry

CI rolls out two new income funds

As boomers march steadily toward retirement, the demand for income generating investment options continues to grow. To capitalize on that market, CI Investments has launched two new funds focused on providing investors with a regular monthly distribution.

By Staff |January 12, 2012

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Pension plans shaking Canadians’ confidence

Canadians have doubts about their private and government-funded pension plans, according to a survey carried out as part of the National Bank of Canada’s Retirement Index.

By Tammy Burns |January 12, 2012

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Concrete Equities execs face $5.6 million penalty

The Alberta Securities Commission (ASC) has imposed sanctions totalling $5.6 million on four executives for their roles in illegally distributing securities of the Concrete Equities group.

By Staff |January 11, 2012

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Some see merit in reverse mortgages

A record number of reverse mortgages in Canada has sparked concern, with some in the financial industry expressing fears of homelessness. However, the more pragmatic in the industry are quick to offer reassurance that it's not all gloom and doom.

By Vikram Barhat |January 11, 2012

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