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Hedge funds post mixed results

Hedge funds posted positive returns in April as most markets trended upwards during the month, shows a study by Eurekahedge, an investment data provider. The Eurekahedge Hedge Fund Index was up 1.09% during the month, while the MSCI World Index gained 2.02% for the same period. Read: Hedge fund firm settles with SEC for $21.5 […]

By Staff |May 8, 2013

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Majority of execs say economy improving

Optimism in the Canadian economy has spiked significantly over the last six months, according to Ernst & Young’s latest Canadian Capital Confidence Barometer. Fifty-six percent of Canadian executives believe the country’s economy is improving, up from only 29% in October, with access to capital, employment growth and corporate earnings all showing positive gains.

By Staff |May 8, 2013

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Wealthy clients add fee accounts

High-net-worth clients are seeking fair fees but not necessarily the lowest ones, says PriceMetrix.

By Staff |May 8, 2013

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Post-recession regulations failing to mitigate risk

Big banks’ arguments in support of expensive equity capital are losing their lustre.

May 8, 2013

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