Recent Articles from this contributor
2018 Investor Survey Results: A Revelation for Regulators
Canadian investors continue to use their voice during a time of debate and consultation within our industry, expressing a clear appreciation for the value of advice and the current compensation models available to them. The Gandalf Group recently released the results of its 2018 Investor Survey, commissioned by AGF.
Post-USMCA Business Conditions in North America
Reaching the elusive USMCA agreement allows our respective governments, regulatory authorities and business communities to turn their collective attention to the critical task of improving conditions to promote economic growth, job creation and business investment. And while reduced uncertainty is a great positive, important non-tariff barriers – namely, regulation and taxation – must be addressed, while also keeping a close eye on the implications of interest rate hikes.
IFIC Survey Gives Voice to Canadian Investors
AGF has always been a strong advocate for the value of financial advice, and these findings from Pollara Strategic Insights support previous research that demonstrates: Canadians who work with an advisor build more savings over time and are better positioned to meet their long-term investing goals. In fact, more than three-quarters (78%) of the surveyed investors specifically reported having better saving and investment habits because of their advisors.
AGF Perspectives – A Conversation with Blake Goldring
Blake C. Goldring, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, AGF Management Limited announced his decision to transition to the role of Executive Chairman for the firm and to name Kevin McCreadie as the new CEO in conjunction with his Chief Investment Officer role for AGF.
Regulation must support – not stifle – choice and innovation
AGF will continue to be an advocate for sound regulatory changes that are grounded in the needs of all investors. All proposed changes, however, should be coordinated in an organic way, with a view to limiting unintended consequences.
Brexit A New Trade Agreement – Part Three
Preparing for Brexit Not Just a British Challenge I recently participated in a “Preparing for…
CSA Decisions Support Optionality in Industry
Earlier today, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) announced a policy decision related to investor protections…
Brexit an Opportunity for Canada – Part Two
Preparing for Brexit Not Just a British Challenge As a Canadian business leader, I recently…
Brexit is a Process not an Event – Part One
Preparing for Brexit Not Just a British Challenge Earlier this week, I had the privilege…
AGF Board Achieves Near Gender Parity
At our most recent Board of Directors meeting, we appointed two new directors and I…