Scotiabank caps Big Five reports with record $780-million profit: CEO eyeing international acquisitions
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Bank of Nova Scotia posted a 36 percent increase in second-quarter profits on 1 June 2004 to hit a record of $780 million, capping a strong performance by Canada's major banks due largely to fewer problem loans, strong equity markets and low interest rates. President and chief executive officer, Rick Waugh stated that Scotiabank's strong financial position would allow it to pursue acquisitions in countries where the bank currently operates.
Publication Name: Globe & Mail (Toronto, Canada)
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0319-0714
Year: 2004
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$100-million Borealis saga proves pricey for OMERS
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The creation of a new merchant bank, Borealis Capital Corp., which was managed by former employees of the pension plan cost almost $100-million in 12 months and ultimately turned out to be an expensive and unnecessary escapade. The venture ended up enriching a few investors and managers at the expense of 340,000 active and retired workers who are members of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement Board (OMERS).
Publication Name: Globe & Mail (Toronto, Canada)
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0319-0714
Year: 2004
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