Banking

National Bank’s Levesque retires

National Bank has announced the retirement of Rejean Levesque, executive vice-president of personal and commercial banking.

By Staff |March 2, 2012

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Banks face multiple challenges in 2012

Canadian banks, despite being the envy of their global peers, will face a challenging year due to regulatory demands and a fragile global economy, according to PwC’s annual review of the banking industry.

By Staff |February 27, 2012

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Scotia buys control of Colombian bank

Scotiabank has announced the closing of its acquisition of a 51% stake in Banco Colpatria, citing “significant growth opportunities in Colombia”. Long-term partner Mercantil Colpatria will retain 48.7% ownership.

By Staff |January 18, 2012

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Europe tops housing among bank concerns

While there is a prevailing sense of caution among Canada's big banks over the domestic real estate market, it's the situation in Europe that's keeping the CEOs awake at night.

By Vikram Barhat |January 10, 2012

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