The Securities and Exchange Commission has approved a new exchange-traded mutual fund. But what does this mean for transparency, something institutional investors love about their…
After a decade of neglect, Canadian innovation needs capital says OMERS' Ruffolo.
Depending on which data set you look at, October was either a great month or a decidedly spooky one, where Canada-listed exchange-traded funds experienced outflows…
The Pharmacy Solutions in Drug Plan Management conference discussed how current innovations in pharmacy can positively impact private payers. Looking for photos from other events?…
The Bank of Japan will start using exchange-traded funds based on an equity gauge that is ostensibly governance-based. The JPX-Nikkei Index 400, launched last year,…
At a time when bond markets are under pressure, exchange-traded funds are keeping the markets moving—and protecting them from big shocks. That’s according to a…
The Workplace Benefits Awards honoured the success and achievements of exceptional Canadian plan sponsors and individuals in the areas of employee benefits and well-being. Looking…
Random Walk author takes us under the hood of smart beta strategies.
Will fully funded Canadian plans finally pull the LDI switch?
Transparency—along with liquidity and low fees—is one of a trio of exchange-traded fund (ETF) advantages often touted by their manufacturers. And the U.S. Securities and…
Why one of Alberta’s largest plans is rethinking its approach to benefits risk, plan design, and employee health and wellness
The Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan will acquire a 29.7% interest in CSC ServiceWorks, a North American provider of laundry services, which is owned by investment…
Burton Malkiel is updating his iconic book to reflect the rise of exchange-traded funds. But what will he say about products like smart beta that…
United States 10-year bond yields have risen substantially from their lows of 0.50 per cent last summer, hitting 1.6 per cent by late February. Canadian…
As coronavirus cases rise across the country and some return-to-work plans become return-to-home plans, many employers are wondering how to help their employees adapt once again…
The COVID-19 pandemic has created many complicated issues for employers. Prudent employers should ensure they’re aware of the resources that may be available during this…