Funds

Standard Life launches two bond funds

Standard Life Mutual Funds has introduced the Standard Life short-term bond fund and Standard Life high-yield bond fund. The short-term fund will provide current income, preserve capital and maintain liquidity, says the company. It invests primarily in Canadian short-term, fixed-income securities, and can be issued by the federal government, provincial government or Canadian corporations. The […]

By Staff |July 9, 2012

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Russell modifies fund lineup

Russell Investments Canada Limited is changing the name of Russell Managed Yield Class to Russell Fixed Income Class. The fund offers tax-efficient fixed-income exposure.

By Staff |July 9, 2012

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RBC offers low-price units for wealthy

RBC Global Asset Management has launched several Series H and Series I units for the Canadian market. They’re available across 31 funds, including RBC Funds, PH&N Funds, BlueBay Funds and RBC Corporate Class Funds. “Our new pricing model offers fee savings for clients with more than $200,000 to invest,” says Doug Coulter, president of RBC […]

By Staff |July 9, 2012

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Scotia offers fund class for wealthy clients

Scotia Private Client Group has launched its Scotia Private Corporate Class Pools—a new class of funds geared to wealthy Canadians looking to boost their portfolios by deferring and minimizing the taxes paid on non-registered investments. The funds cater to clients who favour a more conservative investment approach, says Tuula Jalasjaa, Managing Director and Head, Investment […]

By Staff |July 5, 2012

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