Industry News

IIROC rep banned, fined $275,000

Following a disciplinary hearing held on October 27, 2016, in Toronto, Ontario, a hearing panel of the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) found that Jeffrey Edward Gebert committed three violations.

By Staff |December 8, 2016

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ETF facts, mutual fund risk methodology now finalized

The changes take effect in March 2017.

By Staff |December 8, 2016

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Franklin Templeton implements auto-switch, reduces fee

Starting Dec. 12, 2016, Franklin Templeton Investments Corp. is implementing monthly automatic switching, making it easier for investors to receive preferred pricing. For fee-based accounts, when clients reach a balance of $100,000 or more, they’ll be automatically switched to the corresponding simplicity pricing series, where applicable. For commission-based accounts, advisors will be notified on a […]

By Staff |December 8, 2016

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‘Scale is what makes this thing work’: IA executive on Hollis purchase

IA’s wealth strategy has been to grow through mergers, having made 25 acquisitions in wealth management since 2000.

By Simon Doyle |December 7, 2016

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