Hedge funds posted losses in September
Hedge funds posted their fourth consecutive month of losses with Eurekahedge Hedge Fund Index down 0.54% in September, while the MSCI World Index lost 3.60%…
- By: Staff
- October 13, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 10:56
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Business leaders pessimistic about the economy
Pessimism about the national economy climbed sharply among professional accountants in leadership positions in Q3 2015, according to Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada).…
- By: Staff
- October 13, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 10:48
U.S. Steel Canada may face court action over pensions
Canada’s federal government has threatened to take U.S. Steel Canada to court if it it doesn’t keep its promises to pensioners, The Hamilton Spectator reports.…
- By: Staff
- October 13, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 10:38
Unemployment inches up to 7.1% in September
The Canadian economy added 12,000 net new jobs in September, but the unemployment rate climbed by one-tenth of a percentage point to 7.1% as more…
- By: Canadian Press
- October 9, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 10:09
LSEG to sell Russell for US$1.15 billion
Private equity firm TA Associates has agreed to acquire Frank Russell Company’s asset management business, Russell Investments, from London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) for US$1.15…
- By: Staff
- October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 14:33
Bill Gross sues PIMCO for US$200 million
Bill Gross is suing PIMCO and parent company Allianz for US$200 million for constructive termination, breach of contract, and breach of covenant of good faith…
- By: Staff
- October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 12:19
People Watch: On the move in September
Here's a look at people on the move in September 2015.
- By: Staff
- October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 12:00
Who are the winners of the 2015 Workplace Benefits Awards?
Benefits Canada is excited to announce the winners for our 2015 Workplace Benefits Awards.
- By: Staff
- October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 11:38
National seniors’ strategy needed: Report
The federal government must now play a leadership role in establishing a national seniors strategy for Canada, says a report from the IRPP Task Force…
- By: Staff
- October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 11:04
Is longer parental leave a good idea?
On Wednesday, the Conservatives matched the Liberals’ pledge to extend parental leave from 12 to 18 months with a promise to change the employment insurance…
- By: Staff
- October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 10:45
The Lowdown on Low Returns
C.D. Howe Institute warns pension plans to get ready for low returns.
- By: Staff
- October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 10:17
Energy companies review compensation practices
Companies in Canada's energy sector are evaluating a wide-range of pay and workforce options as a result of the continued decline in energy prices, a…
- By: Staff
- October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 09:51
CPPIB-led group to buy some Encana assets for US$900 million
CPP Investment Board (CPPIB) and The Broe Group have formed a joint venture to buy oil and gas assets in Colorado from Encana for US$900…
- By: Staff
- October 8, 2015 September 13, 2019
- 09:13
Survey finds 56% of Canadian workers reporting reduced productivity due to financial concerns
More than half (56 per cent) of Canadian employees say they’re less productive at work due to financial concerns, according to a new survey by…
- By: Staff
- September 27, 2024 September 27, 2024
- 15:00
Caisse buying 25% stake in U.K. electricity firm, investing in forestland portfolio
The Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec is acquiring a 25 per cent stake in U.K.-based First Hydro Co. alongside Brookfield Asset Management and…
- By: Staff
- September 27, 2024 September 26, 2024
- 15:00
Canadians with employer-sponsored health benefits 20% more likely to seek care when needed: survey
Canadians with an employer-provided benefits plan are 20 per cent more likely to seek care when needed and 25 per cent more likely to report…
- By: Staff
- September 27, 2024 September 26, 2024
- 09:00
HOOPP’s Jeff Wendling retiring in 2025
Jeff Wendling, president and chief executive officer at the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan, will be retiring in 2025 after more than 25 years with…
- By: Staff
- September 26, 2024 September 26, 2024
- 11:00
How are Canadian DB pension plan sponsors making use of surplus funds amid positive funded status environment?
With many Canadian defined benefit pension plans in a strong funded position, plan sponsors, particularly those with unionized workforces, are increasingly discussing the use of…
- By: Bryan McGovern
- September 26, 2024 September 25, 2024
- 11:00
Gov’t seeking feedback on solvency reserve accounts for federally regulated DB pension plans
The federal government is currently seeking recommendations about its plan to introduce solvency reserve accounts for federally regulated defined benefit pension plans. Under the government’s…
- By: Staff
- September 26, 2024 September 24, 2024
- 11:00