Industry News

Digging deep: a closer look at gold

(May 30, 2005) Although investing in gold is a highly-profitable endeavor for some, it remains a complete mystery to many investors. Adding to the confusion for would-be gold bugs is the way gold company shares behave. The sector isn’t delivering much in the way of performance, despite the fact bullion prices appear to be holding […]

By Kate McCaffery |May 30, 2005

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(June 3, 2005) A father and son have been fined almost $250,000 by the Alberta Securities Commission for insider trading and tipping during merger/acquisition negotiations. Ken and Lyle Pretty have admitted to the charges, stemming from information passed from Ken, the son, to his father, while serving as vice president of Newport Petroleum, Hunt Oil […]

By Staff |May 30, 2005

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Thinking Globally: Elimination of 30% Foreign Content

Franklin Templeton Investments is a recognized leader in global investing. Our strength and knowledge enables us to offer a worldwide platform of funds for a diversified portfolio. FTI Budget Resources Why Global Equity? The Case for Global Investing The 2005 federal budget contained some good news for investors looking for complete flexibility when making decisions […]

By Staff |May 27, 2005

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CSA publishes paper on passport system

(May 27, 2005) The Canadian Securities Administrators has published for comment a draft paper on a new principal regulator system. The proposal would allow firms and advisors to trade in securities or deal with clients in more than one Canadian jurisdiction, simply by following the rules of their home, or principal, regulator. But Ontario is […]

By Doug Watt |May 27, 2005

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