Industry News

OSC launches registrant outreach program

To promote stronger compliance practices and enhance investor protection, the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is strengthening its communication with registrants through a newly launched Registrant Outreach program.

By Staff |July 22, 2013

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SEC, European regulators make oversight agreement

The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced it has established supervisory arrangements with financial regulators of the member states of the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA) as part of long-term strategy to improve the oversight of certain entities in the asset management industry that operate across national borders, including investment advisors and investment fund managers.

By Staff |July 22, 2013

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BMO to terminate two funds

BMO Investments Inc. has announced its intention to terminate BMO Sustainable Climate Class and BMO Sustainable Opportunities Class. Effective July 19, 2013, the funds will cease offering shares for purchase and will be terminated on or about September 20, 2013.

By Staff |July 22, 2013

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Majority of women are breadwinners

Almost two-thirds (60%) of women say they are the primary breadwinner in their households, according to the Women, Money, and Power Study from Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America.

By Staff |July 22, 2013

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