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Standard Life appoints Charles Guay as new CEO

Standard Life announced today the appointment of Charles Guay to the role of president and chief executive officer of Standard Life Canada. Guay, who will be based in Montreal, replaces Joseph Iannicelli who announced in May 2011 that he will be leaving Standard Life on February 14, 2012. “I’m very pleased to be welcoming Charles […]

By Staff |December 19, 2011

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Exchanges deals: All smoke, no cigar

There was significant merger activity among world stock exchanges in 2011 with proposed deals totaling more than $30 billion. But none of the agreements have been finalized, including a bid for Toronto Stock Exchange owner TMX Group worth $3.8 billion.

By Doug Watt |December 19, 2011

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U.S. banks continue to cut jobs

This past year saw Occupy movements spring up across America, protesting the excessive pay packages and luxurious lifestyles of Wall Street’s elite. It would seem, however, that life among U.S. bankers is not quite so safe and secure.

By Staff |December 16, 2011

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Fidelity expands Private Investment Program

Fidelity Investments Canada has announced the expansion of its Private Investment Program, adding two tactical asset allocation private pools and U.S. dollar options to the program, which is aimed at wealthy investors.

By Staff |December 16, 2011

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