Industry News

Discipline proves its mettle in down market

Many traditional value investment mandates had been severely beaten by the benchmarks in the last couple of years, but with the rapid downturn of the last three months, there are some signs that disciplined value mandates in particular are beginning to demonstrate that patience can pay off — if only moderately — in this type […]

By Mark Noble |October 31, 2008

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Pension plans need more than quick-fix

As reports surface of a behind-the-scenes push for temporary pension funding relief by several plan sponsors, observers say it may be time to overhaul the rules on solvency funding. Some companies have admitted that their required pension plan contributions may push them into bankruptcy amid the economic crisis. They are looking for a similar relief […]

By Jody White |October 30, 2008

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Briefly: Market concern rising among women

(October 30, 2008) Canadian women are less confident in their investments than they were a year ago, according to a survey conducted for TD Waterhouse. More than half (54%) of women said they were worried about their investments, compared to 47% last year. “Our poll results indicate that female investor confidence has declined year-over year […]

By Staff |October 30, 2008

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Actuaries call for federal help on pensions

There is a growing chorus of calls for the reform of Canada’s system of private pension plans, after some corporate plan sponsors suggested they may face bankruptcy unless solvency rules are eased. Many private pension plans are facing massive solvency shortfalls, due to horrendous losses in their equity portfolios. Come year-end, these companies will be […]

By Steven Lamb |October 30, 2008

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