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TD Bank Settles Spoofing Investigation with $20 Million Payment

  Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD Bank) has agreed to pay over $20 million USD to settle an investigation by U.S. authorities into fraudulent trading practices known as “spoofing.” This settlement resolves allegations that a former TD Bank trader engaged in deceptive tactics to manipulate the U.S. Treasuries market. The investigation revealed that the trader placed large orders with the intent to cancel them before execution, creating a false impression of market demand. This practice, known as spoofing, is illegal under U.S. law as it undermines market integrity and investor confidence. TD Bank’s settlement includes both fines and restitution, reflecting the seriousness of the misconduct. The bank has stated its commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and has taken steps to enhance its compliance and oversight mechanisms to prevent future violations. This case is part of a broader crackdown by U.S. regulators on spoofing and other forms of market manipulation, aiming to ensure fair

AtkinsRéalis to Divest Stake in Highway 407 ETR Toll Road

 

AtkinsRéalis Group Inc., formerly known as SNC-Lavalin, has announced its intention to sell its 6.76% stake in 407 International Inc., the company that owns the Highway 407 ETR toll highway north of Toronto. This strategic move is part of AtkinsRéalis’ focus on its engineering services and nuclear businesses. The other major stakeholders in the toll highway are the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (with a 50.01% stake) and Cintra Global S.E. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Ferrovial S.A., holding 43.23%).

AtkinsRéalis aims to pursue margin expansion and growth, including investments in rapidly growing markets. These initiatives involve engineering services across the U.S., leveraging their nuclear expertise, and exploring accretive mergers and acquisitions.


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