Industry

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(June 27, 2006) A quarterly poll of investment managers by Russell Investment Group found that support for Canadian equities has deteriorated to 15%, the lowest percentage this quarter for any equity class, including emerging markets. According to the survey the utilities sector is the only sector that managers are somewhat upbeat about. “Canadian investment managers […]

By Staff |June 27, 2006

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Conference collection: Catching up on what you missed

May and June were busy months in the financial services industry, with a number of major advisor conferences grouped together in a short period of time. As a result, you may have been unable to attend all the events you wanted to. Don’t worry though, from Advocis to the IDA, Advisor.ca and Advisor’s Edge were […]

By Staff |June 26, 2006

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IDA trade association unveils new name

MGAs put tech on the front burner Ottawa sends “clear signal” on insurance sales in banks Stepping up to the HNW plate IDA trade association unveils new name Investment dealers enjoying record profits Back to Conference collection mainpage Along with the name change, the IIAC announced it’s first “win” for the securities industry, saying that […]

By Kate McCaffery |June 26, 2006

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(June 26, 2006) Great-West Lifeco has announced the purchase of several full service-bundled, small and midsize 401(k) plans from MetLife, by its U.S. subsidiary Great-West Life & Annuity Insurance Co. The transaction also includes some defined benefit plan business. “This acquisition advances our strategy to position Great-West Life & Annuity as a top provider of […]

By Staff |June 26, 2006

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