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You are on: 2021
2021.01.21
Royal Bank of Canada announces NVCC subordinated debenture issue
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY) today announced an offering of $1 billion of non-viability contingent capital (NVCC) subordinated debentures ("the Notes") through its Canadian Medium Term Note Program....
2021.01.13
RBC and Rexall Team Up to Reward Canadians for Managing their Health and Wellness
Today, Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) and Rexall have announced a new strategic partnership that will allow RBC clients to earn and receive even more value and savings, while accessing Rexall’s health and wellness resources....
2021.01.11
Despite concerns about the economy, majority of Canadians continue to believe in the strength of the housing market: RBC poll
Affordability and space limitations continue to impact purchase decisions as only 14% of Canadians polled would consider buying a home in a major metropolitan area...
You are on: 2020
2020.12.22
Championing Canada’s seniors: As new federal Seniors Code comes into effect, RBC reinforces support for surging use of mobile and digital banking by seniors
Canada's seniors are driving significant increases in the use of mobile and digital banking through electronic money transfers, online payments and mobile banking, according to the latest client statistics from RBC....
2020.12.21
Dave McKay of RBC to speak at RBC Capital Markets 2021 Canadian Bank CEO Conference
Dave McKay, President and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the virtual RBC Capital Markets Canadian Bank CEO Conference on January 11, 2021, from 8:35 a.m. to 9:10 a.m. (EST)...
2020.12.16
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and RBC announce a member-focused strategic partnership to bring long-term and unique value to Canadian medical specialists
Global leader in specialty medical education teams up with Canada's biggest bank to deliver exclusive support to the healthcare community...
2020.12.15
JOINT STATEMENT BY CANADIAN BANKS AND LIFE INSURANCE COMPANIES REGARDING ANNUAL MEETINGS IN 2021
This is a joint statement issued by BMO, CIBC, Canadian Western Bank, Laurentian Bank, National Bank, RBC, Scotiabank, TD Bank Group, Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life, Manulife and Sun Life. Each of us continues to actively monitor COVID-19 developments and the directives from public health and government authorities for group gatherings and social distancing. ...
2020.12.09
Decentralized economy and diverging paths: Canada in 2021
Canadians are entering a new year, and in many cases, a very different world, in 2021....
2020.12.07
Rotman School Sustainable Finance Project for Students Receives Additional Investment from RBC
The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) has pledged an additional $250,000 over three years to the Sustainable Finance Project at the University of Toronto...
2020.12.04
RBC now accepting applications for the Government of Canada’s expanded CEBA loan program
Canada's #1 bank continues to provide critical resources, solutions, national initiatives and government relief programs such as CEBA to support the recovery and growth of Canadian businesses...
2020.12.04
RBC’s Nazia Shahrin recognized as one of WXN’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women
Each year, the Women's Executive Network (WXN) honours the top 100 Canadian women across various industries for their accomplishments as agents of change and their role in reshaping Canadian organizations. ...
2020.12.03
Royal Bank of Canada to redeem NVCC subordinated debentures
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY) today announced its intention to redeem all outstanding Non-Viability Contingent Capital (NVCC) 3.31 per cent subordinated debentures due January 20, 2026 for 100 per cent of their principal amount plus accrued interest to, but excluding, the redemption date....
2020.12.03
Home is where the help is: Despite financial concerns, more than half of Canadians polled would financially support loved ones when purchasing homes or renting during the pandemic
COVID-19 may be keeping families distanced, but many are close financially, with a large proportion of Canadians stating they are willing to help out their adult children or relatives fulfill their dreams of homeownership....
2020.12.02
Alice D. Laberge to retire from Royal Bank of Canada’s Board of Directors
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that Alice D. Laberge will retire from the board of directors on January 2, 2021....
2020.12.02
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors has declared a quarterly common share dividend of $1.08 per share, payable on and after February 24, 2021, to common shareholders of record at the close of business on
January 26, 2021....
2020.12.02
Royal Bank of Canada reports fourth quarter and 2020 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $11,437 million for the year ended October 31, 2020, down $1,434 million or 11% from the prior year. Diluted EPS was $7.82, down 11% over the same period. ...
2020.11.26
RBC Joins Canada’s Leading Financial Institutions in Committing $5 Million to Institute for Sustainable Finance
The Institute for Sustainable Finance (ISF) today announced that Canada...
2020.11.19
2020 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award Winners Announced Today
The 28th annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards, presented by Women of Influence, announces six winners of the 2020 awards. These award winners join the five recipients of the up-and-coming entrepreneur ...
2020.11.19
Safely and conveniently connecting over 2 million Canadians to a stronger financial future: RBC’s MyAdvisor provides real-time access to personalized plans and live advisors
We all know we should have one and it should be simple to do - so why, when we...
2020.11.12
Nextdoor and RBC launch strategic partnership to connect local businesses with customers in their neighbourhoods
Nextdoor, the neighbourhood app, and RBC announced an exclusive strategic partnership to connect communities and support local businesses across Canada. This partnership kicks off with Nextdoor...
2020.11.12
Royal Bank of Canada announces results of NVCC Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series BF conversion privileges
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY) today announced that during the conversion notice period, which ran from October 26, 2020 to November 9, 2020, 52,464 Non-Viability Contingent Capital (NVCC) Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, Series BF (the "Series BF shares") were tendered for conversion, on a one-for-one basis, into NVCC Non-Cumulative Floating Rate First Preferred Shares, Series BG (the "Series BG shares"). As per the conditions set out in the prospectus supplement dated March 9, 2015, since less than 1,000,000 Series BG shares would be outstanding after November 24, 2020, holders of Series BF shares will not be entitled to convert their shares into Series BG shares. As a result, Series BG shares will not be issued at this time and holders of Series BF shares will retain their shares....
2020.11.09
Calling all emerging Canadian recording artists: RBC announces Round 2 of First Up with RBCxMusic
First Up will continue to spotlight emerging Canadian musicians and recording artists and help support homegrown talent through the challenging circumstances brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic....
2020.11.09
RBC to announce fourth quarter and fiscal 2020 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its fourth quarter and fiscal 2020 results on December 2, which will be made available at rbc.com/investor-relations/....
2020.10.29
Canadian pensions buoyed by positive performance in equity markets: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
As economies reopened, Canadian DB pensions in the RBC Investor & Treasury Services All Plan Universe weathered the pandemic-induced slowdown and continued the forward momentum from Q2, gaining a median 3.0 per cent in Q3. ...
2020.10.26
Royal Bank of Canada announces dividend rates on NVCC Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series BF and NVCC Non-Cumulative Floating Rate First Preferred Shares Series BG
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY) today announced the applicable dividend rates for its Non-Viability Contingent Capital (NVCC) Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, ...
2020.10.22
Royal Bank of Canada announces NVCC AT1 Limited Recourse Capital Notes issue
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY) today announced the offering of $1.25 billion of non-viability contingent capital (NVCC) Additional Tier 1 (AT1) Limited Recourse Capital Notes, Series 2 (the "LRCNs")....
2020.10.20
Royal Bank of Canada celebrates the impact of Canada United
RBC thanks the Federal Government for its $12 million contribution to the Canada United Small Business Relief Fund and recognizes the more than 70 corporate brands and 40 municipalities, the national Chamber of Commerce network, and Canadian business associations who came together to support Canadian small and local businesses...
2020.10.14
RBC Training Ground goes virtual to find new Olympic talent
RBC Training Ground is back, expanding its search for the next generation of Olympic talent in Canada with a new virtual qualifying format....
2020.10.14
ESG Adoption Increases Globally, While COVID-19 Impacts How Investors Look at Social Factors, RBC Global Asset Management Survey Finds
Institutional investors are also increasingly turning their attention towards impact investing....
2020.10.14
RBC Capital Markets launches Aiden® – a new AI-powered electronic trading platform
Traders and AI scientists at RBC and Borealis AI collaborate to deliver a real-world AI solution to help improve trading results and insights for clients in a measurable and explainable way...
2020.10.09
Royal Bank of Canada announces conversion privileges of NVCC Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series BF
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY) today announced that it does not intend to exercise its right to redeem all or any part of the currently outstanding Non-Viability Contingent Capital (NVCC) Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, Series BF (RY.PR.M on TSX) (the "Series BF shares") on November 24, 2020....
2020.10.07
Working Canadians turning to virtual support as they struggle with mental and financial health
Survey shows insurers and employers play a significant role in supporting employee wellbeing...
2020.10.01
Canada’s emerging artist community receives critical support with fourth round of the Music Video Production (MVP) Project
RBC and the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television award 13 grants to emerging Canadian artists, with round five submissions now open...
2020.10.01
Borealis AI launches RESPECT AI™ program to bring ethical and responsible AI to all
New survey shows that businesses want to practice more ethical AI, but face barriers in doing so...
2020.09.30
Ownr by RBC Ventures acquires leading legal tech platform Founded
Ownr by RBC Ventures has acquired Founded Technologies ("Founded"), an innovative, all-in-one technology platform that has helped thousands of Canadian entrepreneurs start and grow a business....
2020.09.22
Canadians with experience of mental health issues more likely to view it as disability
RBC Insurance poll finds attitudes more likely to shift with personal exposure...
2020.09.17
RBC Doubles Number of Scholarships Awarded Through the Indigenous Student Awards Program
New to the program this year, RBC is now recognizing up to 20 students and increasing grants up to $5,000 for each academic year of their study...
2020.09.16
RBC ranked #4 in the global “Top 100 Most Diverse & Inclusive Companies” in the 2020 Refinitiv Diversity & Inclusion Index
RBC ranked #4 in the global "Top 100 Most Diverse & Inclusive Companies" in the 2020 Refinitiv Diversity & Inclusion Index....
2020.09.16
Resilience & optimism amongst Canadian entrepreneurs bodes well for the country’s recovery
87% of business owners feel confident they can recuperate quickly when faced with setbacks: RBC Poll...
2020.09.15
12th annual RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards: Chocolatier, Transplant actor and mayor are among this year’s winners
Announcing the RBC Top 25, Entrepreneur Award, Youth Award and Settlement Agency Award Winners of 2020...
2020.09.14
RBC opens registration for first global, virtual running event in its charitable Race for the Kids series
Today, RBC opened registration for its first global and virtual charitable running event, as part of its signature Race for the Kids series. ...
2020.09.10
RBC reaffirms continued commitment to the arts through unwavering partnership with the Toronto International Film Festival®
As the Official Bank of TIFF, RBC is set to deliver engaging and impactful experiences to TIFF audiences this year with special screening spots for local front-line workers, live musical performances by emerging Canadian talent, and the continuation of the RBC Women in Film series...
2020.09.08
Rod Bolger of RBC to speak at the 2020 Barclays Global Financial Services Conference
Rod Bolger, Chief Financial Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY), is scheduled to speak at the 2020 Barclays Global Financial Services Conference to be held virtually on September 15, 2020 at 9:45 a.m. (EST)...
2020.09.08
RBC makes banking more accessible with fully digital account open processes
As the demand for digital solutions continues to rise, RBC today announced the launch of enhanced digital deposit account open processes for personal and business clients, providing them with the flexibility to fully open an account from wherever it is most convenient for them...
2020.09.02
Dave McKay of RBC to speak at the Scotiabank Financials Summit 2020
Dave McKay, President and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY), is scheduled to speak at the Scotiabank Financials Summit to be held virtually on September 9, 2020 at 9:35 a.m. (EST)....
2020.09.01
RBC Future Launch and Magnet partner to support Canadian businesses in hiring and supporting youth job seekers
RBC Future Launch has partnered with Magnet, a digital social innovation platform at Ryerson University, on a new initiative to support youth job seekers and small businesses across Canada....
2020.08.27
Canada comes together to support small and local businesses during Canada United Weekend
from August 28 to 30
Canada United Weekend is the finale event to an unprecedented national movement, featuring the opportunity to win 1 of 25 $10,000 cash prizes when Canadians buy or dine local...
2020.08.26
Royal Bank of Canada to redeem Non-Cumulative First Preferred Shares Series W, Series AA, Series AC, Series AE, Series AF and Series AG
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY) today announced its intention, subject to the approval of the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI), to redeem all of its issued and outstanding Non-Cumulative First Preferred Shares, ...
2020.08.26
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY) announced today that its board of directors has declared a quarterly common share dividend of $1.08 per share, payable on and after November 24, 2020,...
2020.08.26
Royal Bank of Canada reports third quarter 2020 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $3,201 million for the quarter ended July 31, 2020, down $62 million or 2% from the prior year. Diluted EPS was $2.20, down 1% over the same period....
2020.08.25
The RBC Future Launch Future Ready Summit will bring young people together virtually, helping them stay future ready and prepared for a post-COVID workforce
The summit will feature relevant advice and inspiring stories from leading Canadian professionals, industry experts, young influencers and elite athletes...
2020.08.20
More Youth to Receive Virtual Mental Health Care Thanks to RBC Foundation Donation
Thanks to a $250,000 donation to The Royal from RBC Foundation, clients at the Youth Services Bureau (YSB) and students at Algonquin College will have improved access to virtual care to support their mental health needs. Transitional youth (ages 16-24) will now be able to meet with a psychiatrist from The Royal to create a customized treatment plan....
2020.08.06
RBC to announce third quarter results on August 26, 2020
Royal Bank of Canada (TSX: RY) (NYSE: RY) will release its third quarter results for 2020 on August 26, which will be made available at rbc.com/investor-relations/....
2020.07.29
Best quarter on record for Canadian defined benefit pension plans: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Sharp rally in global equity markets and healthy gains in fixed income securities ...
2020.07.29
RBC Tech for Nature announces global environmental commitment and key partnerships
Investments in tech-based sustainability projects bring together more than 120 organizations to protect the world...
2020.07.28
RBC becomes first Canadian bank to sign long-term renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement
RBC today announced the signing of a formal partnership with Bullfrog Power, a Spark Power company, and BluEarth Renewables for a long-term renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) - a first for a Canadian financial institution....
2020.07.23
Royal Bank of Canada and Borealis AI announce new AI private cloud platform, developed with Red Hat and NVIDIA
RBC's AI private cloud platform is the first-of-its-kind in Canada to deliver intelligent software applications and boost operational efficiency....
2020.07.22
RBC brings together the national network of Chamber of Commerce, Canadian business associations and over 50 leading corporations to rally support for local businesses through Canada United
This nationwide movement will unite and encourage Canadians to support local businesses, building towards Canada United Weekend on August 28 - 30, and deliver grant relief to help small businesses as they re-open...
2020.07.21
Royal Bank of Canada announces NVCC AT1 Limited Recourse Capital Notes issue
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced the offering of $1 billion of non-viability contingent capital (NVCC) Additional Tier 1 (AT1) Limited Recourse Capital Notes, Series 1 (the "LRCNs")....
2020.07.08
Cynthia Devine to be appointed to the Board of Directors of Royal Bank of Canada
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that Cynthia Devine will be appointed to its board of directors, effective August 1, 2020. Ms. Devine will join the Audit and the Governance Committees....
2020.07.06
RBC Media Statement: Actions Against Systemic Racism
At RBC, we acknowledge wide-spread systemic racism has disproportionately disadvantaged Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) for far too long, significantly impeding the ability of those communities to compete equally in opportunities for economic and social advancement. ...
2020.06.29
As Canada Begins to Re-Open, RBC Launches Points for Canada
To stimulate local economies across Canada, RBC Rewards gives clients double the points at restaurants and 30% more value when they redeem points for gift cards or pay with points in-store...
2020.06.24
RBC provides financial boost to support future Olympians during pandemic
RBC's investment will support the programming needs of National Sport Organizations involved in RBC Training Ground...
2020.06.23
Royal Bank of Canada announces NVCC subordinated debenture issue
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced an offering of [XX billion of non-viability contingent capital (NVCC) subordinated debentures ("the Notes") through its Canadian Medium Term Note Program....
2020.06.23
Recognizing Inspiring Immigrants in Canada
Cast your vote in the 12th annual RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards - 2020. Shortlist announced!...
2020.06.23
Random Acts of Canadian celebrates acts of kindness in challenging times
New RBC program encourages Canadians to discover and create moments of empathy....
2020.06.15
The National Institute on Ageing and RBC Wealth Management Partner to Serve Older Canadians
Partnership will raise awareness on the need to educate, assist and empower older Canadians with personal and financial planning for the future...
2020.06.12
Indigenous Women Take Leading Role in Charting the Way Forward
The leadership, experience and knowledge of Indigenous women have always been at the heart of community prosperity and well-being. ...
2020.06.11
Canada’s economic recovery needs a small business rebound
RBC releases five-point plan to help 'small business make big pivot' to a post-pandemic economy...
2020.06.10
RBC Trade for the Kids charity event goes virtual
RBC Capital Markets hosted its annual RBC Trade for the Kids @Home, donating USD$4 million to more than 45 youth-focused charities around the globe and bringing a day of philanthropy and volunteerism celebrations directly to employees...
2020.06.05
RBC commits $1.5 million to provide direct support to Black communities
To help fight systemic anti-Black racism and to provide support directly to Black communities, RBC has committed CAD $1.5 million to a number of organizations in North America....
2020.06.02
How the COVID-19 crisis can help transform higher education: RBC
A new world of possibilities has opened up for Canada...
2020.06.01
RBC Helping Hand Program Enables Canadians to Support Frontline Healthcare Workers
Honouring our healthcare heroes who are selflessly supporting Canadians by providing them with prepared meals, essential groceries and hotel accommodations ...
2020.05.28
RBC and Marriott Bonvoy collaborate to support first responders with up to 5,000 free room nights
In recognition of healthcare workers and caregivers on the frontlines battling COVID-19 in communities across Canada, and to say thank you and provide some much needed relief, RBC and Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International...
2020.05.27
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors has declared a quarterly common share dividend of $1.08 per share, payable on and after August 24, 2020, to common shareholders...
2020.05.27
Royal Bank of Canada reports second quarter 2020 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $1,481 million for the quarter ended April 30, 2020, down $1,749 million or 54% from the prior year. ...
2020.05.20
RBCxMusic launches new series to support Canadian musicians and recording artists during pandemic
Today, RBC announced a new virtual performance series, First Up with RBCxMusic that will support and promote emerging Canadian recording artists and musicians through the challenging circumstances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic....
2020.05.14
Royal Bank of Canada announces results of NVCC Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series BD conversion privileges
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that during the conversion notice period, which ran from April 24, 2020 to May 11, 2020, ...
2020.05.07
RBC invests $1.3 million to develop first-of-its-kind technology platform to support youth mental health
Kids Help Phone's multi-modal platform will revolutionize the way young people access and experience mental healthcare in Canada...
2020.05.07
RBC keeping seniors safe by helping them bank from home
Seniors actively using online banking and mobile...
2020.05.06
RBC to announce second quarter results on May 27, 2020
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its second quarter results for 2020 on May 27, which will be made available at www.rbc.com/investor-relations/...
2020.04.29
RBC Investor & Treasury Services: Defined benefit pension plans lost ground in wake of steepest market selloff in recent history
During the first quarter of 2020, the global economy came to a virtual standstill on account of COVID-19 containment measures. ...
2020.04.28
RBC Future Launch announces new virtual resource hub for Canadian youth
RBC Future Launch has launched a new, online resource hub dedicated to youth-focused virtual programming and learning opportunities - RBC Future Launch at Home. ...
2020.04.24
RBC helps business clients improve liquidity with the BDC Co-Lending Program
Today, RBC announced the availability of the Government of Canada...
2020.04.24
Royal Bank of Canada announces dividend rates on NVCC Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series BD and NVCC Non-Cumulative Floating Rate First Preferred Shares Series BE
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced the applicable dividend rates for its Non-Viability Contingent Capital (NVCC) Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares,...
2020.04.24
Royal Bank of Canada to redeem NVCC subordinated debentures
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced its intention to redeem all outstanding Non-Viability Contingent Capital (NVCC) 2.48 per cent subordinated debentures due June 4, 2025 ...
2020.04.20
Demi Lovato, Royal Bank of Canada, Virgin Unite, and Draper Richards Kaplan Launch Coronavirus Mental Health Fund
Today, Demi Lovato, Royal Bank of Canada, Virgin Unite, Canadian Family Foundations and Draper Richards Kaplan announce the launch of The Mental Health Fund, ...
2020.04.17
RBC clients can now access the Export Development Canada Business Credit Availability Program
The EDC BCAP Guarantee fee of 1.8% will be deferred for clients for the first six months....
2020.04.09
Royal Bank of Canada announces conversion privileges of NVCC Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series BD
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that it does not intend to exercise its right to redeem all or any part of the currently outstanding Non-Viability Contingent Capital (NVCC) Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, Series BD (the "Series BD shares") on May 24, 2020. ...
2020.04.08
RBC announces that business clients can enroll for the Canada Emergency Business Account through the RBC Online Banking for Business channel
RBC announced today that the online-only enrollment process to participate in the Government of Canada...
2020.04.08
Royal Bank of Canada announces election of directors
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that the nominees listed in the Management Proxy Circular dated February 11, 2020, were elected as directors of RBC. ...
2020.04.06
RBC Client Relief Program: Committed to helping Canadians when they need it most
Standing together to help clients, employees and communities...
2020.04.03
RBC Cuts Credit Card Interest by 50% for Clients Facing Hardship Due to COVID-19
RBC announced today it will be reducing credit card interest charges by 50% for those clients receiving minimum payment deferrals on credit cards....
2020.03.27
Banks in Canada Step Up to Support Small Business
Canada is in the midst of a public health emergency that has touched everyone. It has created volatility in our markets and impacts to our economy ...
2020.03.27
RBC Royal Bank decreases prime rate
- RBC Royal Bank today decreased its prime rate by 50 basis points to 2.45 per cent from 2.95 per cent, effective March 30, 2020...
2020.03.20
Royal Bank of Canada announces changes to annual meeting
Meeting to be held virtually on April 8, 2020...
2020.03.20
JOINT STATEMENT BY CANADIAN BANKS AND LIFE INSURANCE COMPANIES REGARDING ANNUAL MEETING PLANNING
his is a joint statement issued by BMO, CIBC, Canadian Western Bank, Laurentian Bank, National Bank, RBC, Scotiabank, TD Bank, Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life, Manulife and Sun Life. ...
2020.03.18
RBC commits $2-million in support of COVID-19 community response efforts
2020.03.17
Canada’s Six Biggest Banks Take Decisive Action to Help Customers Impacted by COVID-19
Canada's six largest banks today announced plans to provide financial relief to Canadians impacted by the economic consequences of COVID-19....
2020.03.17
To slow the spread of COVID-19 RBC announces temporary branch closures
In these extraordinary times RBC is following direction from the government and working to create solutions to protect the health and well-being of employees, clients and communities. ...
2020.03.16
RBC Royal Bank decreases prime rate
RBC Royal Bank today decreased its prime rate by 50 basis points to 2.95 per cent from 3.45 per cent, effective March 17, 2020....
2020.03.12
RBC becomes first Canadian bank to introduce digital government identity verification solutions
Clients opening a personal chequing account in branch now have more secure identity verification, stronger fraud protection, and a faster account opening experience with the ability to scan government IDs or tap Passports...
2020.03.09
Dave McKay of RBC to speak at the 2020 RBC Capital Markets Financial Institutions Conference
Dave McKay, President and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will be participating in a fireside chat with Derek Neldner, CEO and Group Head, RBC Capital Markets...
2020.03.09
RBC Healthcare launches Practice Solutions to address physician pain points
When it comes to running a practice, physicians can feel caught between a capped income structure and the rising costs of doing business....
2020.03.09
Fifty-five per cent of Canadians admit to having shared their PIN or security passwords with family or friends
During Fraud Prevention Month learn more about what you can do to keep your PIN and Passwords safe ...
2020.03.05
Royal Bank of Canada Management Proxy Circular Now Available
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced it has filed its notice of annual meeting of common shareholders and management proxy circular for 2020 with securities regulators. ...
2020.03.04
RBC Royal Bank decreases prime rate
RBC Royal Bank today decreased its prime rate by 50 basis points to 3.45 per cent from 3.95 per cent, effective March 5, 2020....
2020.03.04
RBC releases 2019 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Performance Report, Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Report and Public Accountability Statement (PAS)
RBC today released its 2019 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Performance Report, Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) Report and Public Accountability Statement (PAS) - complementary documents to RBC’s annual report to shareholders....
2020.02.27
The Chainsmokers and Keith Urban to headline RBCxMusic Concert Series at 2020 RBC Canadian Open
RBCxMusic Concert Series returns to the tournament for a second year following a 2019 sell out...
2020.02.27
Royal Bank of Canada to repurchase up to 20 million of its common shares
Royal Bank of Canada (the Bank) ("RY" on TSX and NYSE) today announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) have approved its normal course issuer bid to purchase, for cancellation, up to 20,000,000 of its common shares....
2020.02.26
Minding the gap: Savings shortfall concerns Canadians as they look to their financial future – RBC Poll
As a majority of Canadians (74%) continue to worry about their savings and how to balance immediate financial priorities against long-term needs, they are increasingly struggling to bridge a savings gap....
2020.02.24
RBC Ventures Eases the Pain for Physicians with Acquisition of Dr. Bill
Dr. Bill simplifies medical billing with a mobile-first platform that allows for on-the-go claims and direct payments...
2020.02.21
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors has declared an increase to its quarterly common share dividend of three cents, or three per cent, to $1.08 per share,...
2020.02.21
Royal Bank of Canada reports first quarter 2020 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $3,509 million for the quarter ended January 31, 2020, up $337 million or 11% from the prior year...
2020.02.19
Canadian women over 45 feeling confident about finances for retirement
More active financial role, good health and good earnings are all reasons underpinning their positivity...
2020.02.13
For love…and money: Financial chemistry helps create winning formula for long-term romantic relationships
Two-thirds of Canadian couples link financial stability to relationship success: RBC poll...
2020.02.12
Canadian defined benefit pension plans generated second-highest returns in a decade: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Equity markets advanced in all regions...
2020.02.11
RBC is the first bank in Canada to offer the Interac e-Transfer®: Bulk Request Money capability
This online feature enables businesses to streamline, expedite and automate their accounts receivable process...
2020.02.05
RBC to announce first quarter results on February 21, 2020
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its first quarter results for 2020 on February 21, which will be made available at rbc.com/investorrelations....
2020.01.30
Holiday season overspending rises, but Canadians are paying off these extra expenses – RBC poll
Despite their best intentions, more than one-third (36%) of Canadian shoppers went over budget by an average of $459 during the 2019 holiday season, up from $384 the previous year....
2020.01.23
Music Video Production (MVP) Project makes artists’ visions a reality
Today, RBC and the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television announced 11 grant recipients for the third round of the MVP Project - the highest number of grants awarded in a single round to date. ...
2020.01.21
RBC Selected for 2020 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for 4th Year
For the fourth consecutive year, RBC has been selected for the 2020 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI), which distinguishes companies committed to transparency in gender reporting and advancing women...
2020.01.21
Younger Working Canadians more likely to value virtual healthcare and to use it for mental health services
Digital tools in insurance benefits can help employers improve employee morale and health....
2020.01.20
Women of Influence Launches the ‘Name Her, Nominate Her’ Campaign as the 28th Annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards Call for Nominations Officially Open
RBC and Women of Influence are announcing the call for nominations for the 2020 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards. ...
2020.01.20
RBC reinvents the scholarship with launch of new, skills-focused RBC Future Launch Scholarship
Today, RBC opened applications for the RBC Future Launch Scholarship - a reimagined, skills-focused scholarship program designed for Canadian youth to gain new skills or build on existing ones....
2020.01.16
Getting real about retirement: Canadian retirees share their wisdom – RBC poll
Retired Canadians have some advice for those approaching retirement: don't expect it to be as advertised, according to the RBC Retirement Myths & Realities poll. ...
2020.01.15
Nearly two-thirds of Canadian retail investors are interested in allocating more funds to responsible investment, RBC Global Asset Management survey finds
Canadian investors are increasingly looking to build responsible investment portfolios, but they are not sure how to start and are relying on their financial advisors for guidance, according to a recent survey of Canadian retail investors by RBC Global Asset Management Inc....
2020.01.14
RBC Training Ground kicks off fifth year as Canada prepares for the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020
While Canadian Olympians prepare to take the world's biggest sporting stage at the Olympic Games in Tokyo, RBC Training Ground will once again be searching the country for the next generation of Olympic talent....
2020.01.10
Help us celebrate immigrant success in Canada
Nominations now open for the 12th annual RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards...
You are on: 2019
2019.12.23
RBCxMusic and Live Nation Canada launch exclusive offer for RBC clients
Today, RBC in collaboration with Live Nation Canada launched an exclusive RBCxMusic Preferred Ticket offer for RBC clients....
2019.12.20
Dave McKay of RBC to speak at RBC Capital Markets 2020 Canadian Bank CEO Conference
Dave McKay, President and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the RBC Capital Markets Canadian Bank CEO Conference on January 7, 2020...
2019.12.20
Study finds Canadians have fewer opportunities to create wealth than citizens in other countries
According to a study from RBC Wealth Management, Canada sits squarely in the middle of the pack among 15 high and middle income countries in opportunities for its citizens to create wealth. The 2019 Wealth Opportunity Index ...
2019.12.18
RBC Direct Investing launches no cost, real-time streaming quotes for all
RBC Direct Investing today announced that real-time streaming quotes on Canadian and U.S. stocks and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are being provided to all clients at no charge, effective immediately....
2019.12.16
Royal Bank of Canada announces NVCC subordinated debenture issue
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced an offering of $XX billion of non-viability contingent capital (NVCC) subordinated debentures ("the Notes") through its Canadian Medium Term Note Program....
2019.12.16
Rotman Sustainable Finance Project for students receives an investment from RBC
To help business students prepare for careers in financial institutions increasingly focused on sustainability, the RBC Foundation has made a $75,000 gift to the Sustainable Finance Project at the University of Toronto’s Rotman School of Management...
2019.12.12
RBC Royal Bank changes residential mortgage special rates
RBC Royal Bank announced today that it is increasing rates on new residential mortgage special offers effective December 17, 2019....
2019.12.12
RBC announces sale of Eastern Caribbean banking operations
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced it has entered into definitive agreements to sell all banking operations in the Eastern Caribbean to a consortium of indigenous banks within the region. ...
2019.12.04
Maryann Turcke to be appointed to the Board of Directors of Royal Bank of Canada
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that Maryann Turcke will be appointed to its board of directors, effective January 1, 2020....
2019.12.04
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors has declared a quarterly common share dividend of $1.05 per share, payable on and after February 24, 2020,...
2019.12.04
Royal Bank of Canada reports fourth quarter and 2019 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported record net income of $12,871 million for the year ended October 31, 2019, up $440 million or 4% from the prior year, with diluted EPS growth of 5%. ...
2019.11.26
RBC Launches Tech for Nature
RBC will bring together charitable organizations and technology experts to build multi-partner coalitions to address and help solve our shared environmental challenges ...
2019.11.22
RBC leaders and Board member honoured as Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Women’s Executive Network Top 100 Awards
Once again this year, RBC leaders are among the recipients of Canada...
2019.11.21
RBC and Western Announce Partnership to Prepare Emerging Leaders for the Future of Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics
Includes new courses on ethical data analytics and AI; scholarship funds in data science and software engineering; a design thinking program...
2019.11.21
2019 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award winners announced today
Six outstanding female entrepreneur winners awarded following a record-breaking year...
2019.11.15
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. recognized for investment excellence at 2019 Canada Lipper Fund Awards
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) was recognized for its outstanding investment performance last evening at the 2019 Canada Lipper Fund Awards from Refinitiv in Toronto. ...
2019.11.14
Canada’s healthcare system could be the cure for disrupted workers: RBC
An estimated one million Canadian workers who are "at-risk" of losing their jobs to automation have the foundational skills for the burgeoning health care sector, according to a new report from RBC...
2019.11.06
RBC to announce fourth quarter and fiscal 2019 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its fourth quarter and fiscal 2019 results on December 4, which will be made available at rbc.com/investorrelations....
2019.11.05
Modest returns for Canadian Defined Benefit Pension Plans in Q3 2019: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Market signals a slowdown of global economic growth and calls for defensive investment strategies...
2019.11.01
McGill Desautels Faculty of Management in Collaboration with RBC Future Launch and The Globe and Mail Launch National Personal Finance Course
The McGill Personal Finance Essentials free online course will empower Canadians to have a better relationship with their finances ...
2019.11.01
RBC Canadian Core Real Estate Fund raises $1.25 billion in first equity tranche, exceeding subscription targets
Unique real estate fund is the result of a $7.5 billion collaboration with BCI and QuadReal...
2019.10.18
Royal Bank of Canada to redeem subordinated debentures
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced its intention to redeem all outstanding 2.99 per cent subordinated debentures due December 6, 2024 ...
2019.10.16
YouthfulCities welcomes 60 young leaders to Edmonton for first-ever Future of Urban Work Summit
Today, YouthfulCities welcomes 60 young leaders to Edmonton for a first of its kind summit on the future of urban work. The summit delegates hail from 16 cities across Canada, including 20 young leaders from the host city - Edmonton....
2019.10.16
Team RBC welcomes 55 elite Canadian athletes to RBC Olympians program
Today, 55 elite Canadian athletes were announced as part of the 2019-2021 RBC Olympians roster. ...
2019.10.16
New survey from RBC Global Asset Management uncovers diverging views on responsible investing among institutional investors
While more institutional investors are going “all in”, others stay on the sidelines...
2019.10.09
Borealis AI supports AI research on climate change in a new collaboration with Mila Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute
In a continued effort to take its research beyond banking, Borealis AI announced a new collaboration with Mila - Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute to support an artificial intelligence (AI) research project on climate change....
2019.10.09
RBC and Riipen launch national experiential learning partnership for Canadian youth
To help young Canadians prepare for the future of work, RBC Future Launch and Riipen have partnered to provide students with the opportunity to develop the skills and gain the work experience they need for the jobs of tomorrow....
2019.10.07
RBC recognized as one of the Top 100 Global Companies for Gender Equality
RBC has been named one of the top 100 global companies as ranked in the 2019 Gender Equality by Equileap....
2019.10.01
RBC rolls out powerful mobile banking enhancements for small business owners
Digitally-enabled features and exclusive offers provide owners with the flexibility to manage and optimize their business on the go...
2019.09.26
RBC first bank in Canada to Launch Insights-as-a-Service Platform to Help Businesses Drive Growth
With RBC Insight Edge™, Canadian businesses can leverage insights to make smarter business decisions at the local level...
2019.09.24
Canadian workers increasingly recognize mental illness as a disability, but stigma remains: RBC Insurance
Survey reveals fear of repercussions can impede willingness to seek help ...
2019.09.18
2019 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award finalists announced today
Women of Influence announces the 2019 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards finalists. This was a record-breaking year for the program with over 9,000 nominations from across the country. After an intensive judging review, 18 finalists were selected across six legacy award categories. An additional five recipients were chosen to receive the Ones to Watch Award, which recognizes entrepreneurs who have launched businesses that have made an incredible impact in fewer than three years....
2019.09.18
Encore Entrepreneurs: Empty-nest boomers driving small business economy
RBC poll shows that boomers are driving the small business economy while millennials are looking to expand it...
2019.09.18
Rod Bolger of RBC to speak at CIBC’s 18th Annual Eastern Institutional Investor Conference
Rod Bolger, Chief Financial Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at CIBC...
2019.09.16
RBC ranked #3 in the global “Top 25 Most Diverse & Inclusive Companies” in the 2019 Refinitiv Diversity & Inclusion Index
RBC ranked #3 in the global "Top 25 Most Diverse & Inclusive Companies" in the 2019 Refinitiv Diversity & Inclusion Index. The D&I Index ranks over 7,000 listed companies with environmental, social and governance (ESG) data, based on a composite of metrics collected from publicly available information sources that define diverse and inclusive workplaces....
2019.09.12
One small step for new investors, one giant leap toward future financial security: Launch of no-minimum requirement by robo-advisor RBC InvestEase
No money needed to open an account - investments begin with as little as $100...
2019.09.11
High-net-worth Canadians shift focus from generating wealth to preserving what they have
Market uncertainty, geopolitical turmoil and home-grown tax changes have Canada...
2019.09.04
Rod Bolger of RBC to speak at the 2019 Barclays Global Financial Services Conference
Rod Bolger, Chief Financial Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the 2019 Barclays Global Financial Services Conference in New York City on September 11, 2019 at 11:15 a.m. (EDT)....
2019.08.29
Dave McKay of RBC to speak at the Scotiabank Financials Summit 2019
Dave McKay, President and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the Scotiabank Financials Summit in Toronto on September 4, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. (EDT)....
2019.08.27
RBC Expands Healthcare Offering with Membership Program
New Healthcare Advantage program supports physicians and dentists from medical school through to retirement...
2019.08.26
Olympic champions and hopefuls gather for first-ever RBC Training Ground National Final
RBC Training Ground, a program dedicated to identifying and supporting Canada...
2019.08.21
RBC announces retirement of RBC Capital Markets and RBC Investor & Treasury Services Group Head, Doug McGregor
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that Doug McGregor, Group Head, RBC Capital Markets and RBC Investor & Treasury Services, will retire on January 31, 2020 after 37 years at the bank...
2019.08.21
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors has declared an increase to its quarterly common share dividend of three cents......
2019.08.21
Royal Bank of Canada reports third quarter 2019 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $3,263 million for the quarter ended July 31, 2019, up $154 million or 5% from the prior year, with solid diluted EPS growth of 6%. ...
2019.08.20
Intentions are good, but TFSAs largely misunderstood: Canadians continue to use TFSAs as savings piggy banks, rather than a powerful investing solution
RBC poll finds tax-free benefits, flexible investment options remain untapped...
2019.08.15
Royal Bank of Canada announces results of conversion privileges of NVCC Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series BB
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that during the conversion notice period, which ran from July 25, 2019 to August 9, 2019,......
2019.08.07
Canadian Defined Benefit Pension Plans Post Modest Gains in Q2 2019: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Canadian defined benefit pension plans returned 2.7 per cent in Q2 2019, down from Q1 2019 returns of 7.2 per cent, according to the RBC Investor & Treasury Services All Plan Universe. ...
2019.08.07
Banking for Students by Students: RBC Launches Student Experience within Mobile App
RBC is the first Canadian bank to launch a customized mobile banking experience for students. Launching today, the RBC Mobile Student Edition, built within the RBC Mobile app,...
2019.08.01
RBC to announce third quarter results on August 21, 2019
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its third quarter results for 2019 on August 21, which will be made available at rbc.com/investorrelations....
2019.07.25
Royal Bank of Canada announces dividend rates on NVCC Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series BB, and NVCC Non-Cumulative Floating Rate First Preferred Shares Series BC
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced the applicable dividend rates for its Non-Viability Contingent Capital (NVCC) Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, Series BB (the "Series BB shares") and NVCC Non-Cumulative Floating Rate First Preferred Shares, Series BC (the "Series BC shares")....
2019.07.25
Almost half of high income Canadians are not as wealthy as they thought they would be at this stage
Three quarters say building wealth is more difficult now than in previous generations...
2019.07.22
Royal Bank of Canada announces conversion privileges of NVCC
Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series BB
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that it does not intend to exercise its right to redeem all or any part of the currently outstanding Non-Viability Contingent Capital (NVCC) Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, Series BB (the “Series BB shares”) on August 24, 2019....
2019.07.18
Royal Bank of Canada announces NVCC subordinated debenture issue
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced an offering of $1.5 billion of non-viability contingent capital (NVCC) subordinated debentures (“the Notes”) through its Canadian Medium Term Note Program....
2019.07.18
Not ready for primetime? Many Canadian Boomers worry about a retirement savings shortfall: RBC Poll
Canadian Boomers aged 50+ share one big concern as they approach retirement, regardless of their personal wealth: they haven’t saved enough money....
2019.07.16
Majority of working Canadians say personalized wellness programs would improve wellbeing
Wellbeing in the workplace is increasingly important, with good employee health and happiness increasingly linked to better performance and productivity....
2019.07.15
RBC Global Asset Management launches new suite of five global portfolios designed to address home country bias
RBC Global Portfolios provide Canadian investors access to global equity and global fixed income markets through RBC GAM...
2019.07.10
Frank Vettese appointed to the Board of Directors of Royal Bank of Canada
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Frank Vettese to its Board of Directors....
2019.07.09
RBC acquires fintech startup WayPay
Today, RBC announces the acquisition of WayPay, a cloud-based payments fintech from Burlington, Ontario that offers business clients a best-in-class solution for accounts payable automation and payment optimization. ...
2019.07.02
RBC signs landmark brief filed in trio of U.S. Supreme Court Cases in support of LGBT+ civil rights protections
The Royal Bank of Canada ("RBC") has partnered with more than 200 major companies in signing a "friend of the court" brief filed in a trio of landmark cases coming before the U.S. Supreme Court that could determine whether LGBT+ people are protected from discrimination under existing federal civil rights laws...
2019.06.27
Canadian housing affordability improves even as Toronto, Vancouver remain an “impossible obstacle” for most buyers: RBC Economics
Housing affordability has improved for the second straight-quarter in Canada in the first quarter of 2019, according to the latest RBC Economics Housing Trends and Affordability Report. ...
2019.06.26
Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada and RBC Insurance help families stay close to each other when they need it the most
RBC Insurance announces a commitment that will enable 2,016 nights of family stays at Ronald McDonald House Charities across Canada...
2019.06.26
11th annual RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards: Grey’s Anatomy actor, food chain entrepreneur and poet laureate are among this year’s winners
Giacomo Gianniotti, actor on the hit show Grey...
2019.06.24
RBC makes it easy for businesses to track their wire payments with a new real-time service
Full end-to-end transparency delivered by the RBC Expresssup®/sup Track Wire Payments feature gives companies greater certainty around the status of their wire payments...
2019.06.19
Medical reasons make up one-third of Canadians’ travel claims: RBC Insurance
Tight airport security and flight delays can definitely be a downside to air travel, but the biggest pet peeve for over a quarter (27 per cent) of Canadians is bad travel etiquette, according to a recent RBC Insurance survey. ...
2019.06.18
RBC signs multi-year sponsorship deal with Canadian basketball star RJ Barrett
Top NBA prospect and 2020 Olympic Games hopeful joins Team RBC...
2019.06.18
RBC and Microsoft Launch New Program to Accelerate the Digital Transformation of Canadian Businesses
RBC's Go Digital™ program combines Microsoft's cutting-edge technology with the bank...
2019.06.13
RBC and OVO Announce Collaboration for 2019 OVO Summit
oday, RBC announced a new collaboration with global lifestyle brand October...
2019.06.12
Indigenous Youth Charting a New Way Forward
Indigenous youth are shaping the future for Canada, stepping forward with bold ideas rooted in culture in order to create a new way forward for their peoples and communities....
2019.06.10
Royal Bank of Canada to redeem NVCC subordinated debentures
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced its intention to redeem all outstanding Non-Viability Contingent Capital (NVCC) 3.04 per cent subordinated debentures due July 17, 2024...
2019.06.05
RBC acquires naming rights to the London Convention Centre
Today, RBC and the London Convention Centre announced a 10-year sponsorship which will see the London Convention Centre, located in the heart of downtown London, ON, renamed RBC Place London. ...
2019.06.04
RBC joins the Equality Fund collective
Innovative new Canadian initiative will mobilize unprecedented funds towards gender equality...
2019.05.30
RBC Ventures aims to remodel the home renovation experience with the acquisition of Smart Reno
RBC Ventures Inc., a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, announced that it acquired Smart Reno, Canada...
2019.05.28
RBC’s MyAdvisor delivers digital experience with a human touch: 1 million Canadians now connected with digital plan and live advisors
Unique financial advice service links clients with advisors through real-time video, phone, in person...
2019.05.28
Number of Working Canadians Who Need Time Off for Disability on the Rise
Yet disability coverage is on the decline, leaving Canadians at financial risk...
2019.05.23
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors has declared a quarterly common share dividend of $1.02 per share, payable on and after August 23, 2019...
2019.05.23
Royal Bank of Canada reports second quarter 2019 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $3,230 million for the quarter ended April 30, 2019, up $170 million or 6% from the prior year, ...
2019.05.14
Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television receives $900,000 grant from the RBC Foundation, extending the MVP Project for three more years
One of the largest donations made from the Emerging Artists Project in the history of the Foundation...
2019.05.14
Royal Bank of Canada announces results of conversion privileges of NVCC Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series AZ
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that, during the conversion notice period which ran from April 24, 2019 to May 9, 2019,...
2019.05.09
Music Video Production (MVP) Project awards nine grants to emerging Canadian artists
RBC and the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (The Canadian Academy) announced today the nine grant recipients for Round 2 of the MVP Project ...
2019.05.08
RBC to announce second quarter results on May 23, 2019
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its second quarter results for 2019 on May 23, which will be made available at rbc.com/investorrelations....
2019.05.01
SecureKey and Initial Network Participants Accomplish Key Milestone in Bringing Digital Identity Network to Market
Verified.Me is now available for Canadian consumers of select financial institutions, with more to come in near future...
2019.04.30
Canadian Defined Benefit Pension Plans Rebound in Q1 2019: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Q1 2019 gains more than reverse Q4 2018 losses...
2019.04.25
RBC first bank in Canada to launch a personalized, AI-powered budget solution through award-winning mobile app
Clients can use NOMI Budgets to automatically analyze their spending and recommend personalized budgets...
2019.04.24
Royal Bank of Canada announces dividend rates on NVCC Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series AZ, And NVCC Non-Cumulative Floating Rate First Preferred Shares Series BA
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced the applicable dividend rates for its Non-Viability Contingent Capital (NVCC) Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, Series AZ (the "Series AZ shares") and NVCC Non-Cumulative Floating Rate First Preferred Shares, Series BA (the "Series BA shares")....
2019.04.24
Royal Bank of Canada issues inaugural Green Bond
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) announced today its inaugural EUR500 million 5-year Green Bond offering. ...
2019.04.17
Team RBC players Johnson and Simpson faced off in skills challenge to claim Carolina’s Champion Crown
At the 2019 RBC Heritage, South Carolina...
2019.04.16
RBC joins HRC’s Business Coalition for the Equality Act in support of federal protections for the LGBT+ community
The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) today announced that it has joined the Human Rights Campaign...
2019.04.12
Royal Bank of Canada announces conversion privileges of NVCC Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series AZ
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that it does not intend to exercise its right to redeem all or any part of the currently outstanding Non-Viability Contingent Capital (NVCC) Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares, Series AZ (the “Series AZ shares”) on May 24, 2019. ...
2019.04.12
RBC launches two Canadian-first digital solutions through industry leading mobile app
Mobile app firsts: Pay bills with a photo and debit card lock with a touch...
2019.04.09
EvoNexus Launches SoCal’s First FinTech Incubator in Collaboration with Royal Bank of Canada and Franklin Templeton
EvoNexus, Southern California's leading startup technology incubator, today announced it is opening the region...
2019.04.08
Incidence of long term disability claims predicted to fall in 2019
RBC Insurance predicts year-over-year incidence rates of Long Term Disability (LTD) claims to decrease by 3.6% compared to 2018...
2019.04.08
Canadians perceive a balanced housing market: RBC Home Ownership Poll
For the first time in five years, it's no longer a sellers' market, with Canadians reporting the housing market as balanced between buyers and sellers. ...
2019.04.04
RBC celebrates 150 years with a
$5.5-million investment in communities across Canada, the U.S., U.K., and Caribbean
Donations will support youth-focused organizations driving positive change in their communities...
2019.04.04
Royal Bank of Canada announces election of directors
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that the nominees listed in the Management Proxy Circular dated February 11, 2019, were elected as directors of RBC. ...
2019.04.03
A first in Canada, RBC clients can now use RBC Rewards points to pay bills
RBC's leadership in the loyalty space continues with the launch of Pay Bills with Points...
2019.03.28
Soft housing market in Canada provides affordability relief: RBC Economics
After three years of deteriorating housing affordability in Canada, a measure of relief arrived for prospective home owners, according to the latest RBC Economics Housing Trends and Affordability Report....
2019.03.22
Doug Guzman of RBC to speak at National Bank Financial’s 17th annual Canadian Financial Services Conference
Doug Guzman, Group Head of Wealth Management and Insurance, Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to present at National Bank Financial...
2019.03.21
RBC iShares Expands ETF Offering with iShares Sustainable Core ETF Suite
Today, RBC iShares expanded its exchange traded fund ("ETF") lineup with the launch of the iShares Sustainable Core ETFs, a suite of six ETFs that are expected to begin trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange today; The new funds will be managed by BlackRock Asset Management Canada Limited ("BlackRock Canada"), an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of BlackRock, Inc....
2019.03.19
Florida Georgia Line and The Glorious Sons set to headline new RBCxMusic concert series at 2019 RBC Canadian Open
RBCxMusic, in partnership with Golf Canada, is pleased to announce a new concert series, featuring Grammy-nominated and internationally acclaimed duo, Florida Georgia Line (FGL), and JUNO award winners and homegrown rock band, The Glorious Sons, taking place at the 2019 RBC Canadian Open....
2019.03.15
Sluggish energy sector contributes to Canadian economic slowdown in 2019: RBC Economics
Canada...
2019.03.12
RBC Global Asset Management announces agreement on $7 billion dollar real estate investment partnership with BCI and QuadReal
A unique opportunity for institutional clients to invest in a portfolio of core Canadian commercial real estate assets...
2019.03.07
Royal Bank of Canada Management Proxy Circular Now Available
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced it has filed its notice of annual meeting of common shareholders and management proxy circular for 2019 with securities regulators. ...
2019.03.05
Automated future could play to women’s strengths: RBC Economics
While automation is poised to disrupt millions of jobs in Canada, women may be better positioned than men in the labour market of the future, according to a new report from RBC Economics....
2019.03.05
Despite opportunity, Canadian businesses see barriers to global trade: RBC poll
RBC's new Go Global program will support businesses on their trade journey from exploration to execution...
2019.03.04
RBC’s Dave McKay to Speak at the 2019 RBC Capital Markets Financial Institutions Conference
Dave McKay, President and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the RBC Capital Markets Financial Institutions Conference on March 12, 2019, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. (EST) in New York....
2019.03.01
RBC releases 2018 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Performance Report and Public Accountability Statement (PAS)
RBC today released its 2018 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Performance Report and Public Accountability Statement (PAS). This document highlights RBC...
2019.02.28
Parental Paradox: Trying to save for retirement while supporting adult children – RBC Poll
Canadians are funding their children's lives into adulthood with the money they may need for their own retirement, according to the 2019 RBC Family Finances Poll....
2019.02.27
Royal Bank of Canada to repurchase up to 20 million of its common shares
Royal Bank of Canada (the Bank) ("RY" on TSX and NYSE) today announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) have approved its normal course issuer bid to purchase, for cancellation, up to 20,000,000 of its common shares....
2019.02.27
RBC and Bridge School Partner to Support the Recruitment and Training of a Diverse Technical Workforce
Toronto-based Bridge School is thrilled to announce it is partnering with RBC to advance programs that will develop a more diverse technical workforce....
2019.02.26
Canadian women are relatively well-prepared financially: RBC Insurance Poll
Yet despite strong financial awareness confidence about future security diminishes...
2019.02.22
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors has declared an increase to its quarterly common share dividend of four cents, or four per cent, to $1.02 per share, payable on and after May 24, 2019, ...
2019.02.22
Royal Bank of Canada reports first quarter 2019 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $3,172 million for the quarter ended January 31, 2019, up $160 million or 5% from the prior year, ...
2019.02.11
RBC announces Black History Month Student Essay Competition scholarship winners
Continuing its black history month celebration, RBC today announced the winners of its 10th Annual RBC Black History Month Student Essay Competition...
2019.02.06
Debt takes a holiday: Canadian overspending drops this holiday season as more shoppers stick to their budgets – RBC poll
Debt takes a holiday: Canadian overspending drops this holiday season, RBC poll finds ...
2019.02.05
Canadian pension returns retreat in 2018: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Canadian defined benefit pension plans ended 2018 in negative territory, with an annual return of -0.7 per cent, reversing gains from the previous three quarters this year, according to the RBC Investor & Treasury Services All Plan Universe. ...
2019.02.04
Edmonton ranked top city for youth to work: First-ever YouthfulCities Urban Work Index
Today, YouthfulCities launches its inaugural Urban Work Index, the first of its kind to look specifically at urban work in Canada. ...
2019.02.01
RBC to announce first quarter results on February 22, 2019
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its first quarter results for 2019 on February 22, which will be made available at rbc.com/investorrelations....
2019.01.25
RBC and TRIEC Announce National Expansion of Career Mentorship Program for New Canadians
National Mentoring Partnership assists with immigrant under-employment...
2019.01.22
RBC Training Ground: A major boost to Canada’s Olympic talent pipeline
2019 introduces seven new locations and first-ever National Final ...
2019.01.15
Two-thirds of Canadians can’t afford time off for caregiving: RBC Insurance Poll
To fill the gap and allow clients time off to support a terminally ill or injured child or spouse, RBC Insurance is the first in the industry to launch the Family Compassionate Care Rider as an option for select disability plans...
2019.01.14
If I had a million dollars? Canadians have big numbers in mind for future ‘nest egg’ – but many don’t have a plan to get them there: RBC poll
Non-retired Canadians have big numbers in mind for the money they...
2019.01.10
The “Oscars” of Immigrant Success: Nominations are now open for the RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards
The 11th annual program is Canada's only national awards for immigrant recognition...
2019.01.09
Nine Canadian recipients selected for new Music Video Production (MVP) Project
Today, RBC and the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (The Canadian Academy) announced the nine grant recipients of a new initiative called the MVP Project, which provides funding and networking support to musicians and filmmakers for music video creation and production....
2019.01.08
RBC Global Asset Management announces planned changes to RBC ETFs and RBC Index Funds
Changes will streamline and simplify the RBC iShares ETF lineup, with benefits to investors including greater liquidity and efficiency...
2019.01.08
RBC Global Asset Management and Blackrock Canada announce strategic alliance to transform Canadian ETF market
Investors benefit from expanded access to iShares...
2019.01.08
O Canada! RBC welcomes new homegrown top-talent and expands commitment to golf in Canada
Today, RBC welcomed its newest Team RBC golf brand ambassadors: Corey Conners, Brittany Marchand, Ben Silverman and Roger Sloan. These four Canadians join an elite roster of players, including Canadians Adam Hadwin, Brooke Henderson and Alena Sharp....
2019.01.07
Dave McKay of RBC to speak at RBC Capital Markets 2019 Canadian Bank CEO Conference
Dave McKay, president and chief executive officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the RBC Capital Markets Canadian Bank CEO Conference ...
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2018.12.21
Little relief in sight for Canadian housing affordability in 2019: RBC Economics
The coming year is unlikely to provide much housing affordability relief in Canada, according to the latest Housing Trends and Affordability Report issued today by RBC Economics....
2018.12.12
Alberta to face uphill battle; B.C economy to thrive in 2019: RBC Economics
Two of Canada's western provinces are expected to take diverging paths in 2019, according to the latest RBC Economic Outlook Report...
2018.12.05
RBC Wealth Management uses creative approach to recruit women investment advisors
Video series aims to debunk myths about the investment advisor role...
2018.11.29
RBC takes robo-advisor service national – making it easy for Canadians to access investment advice online
Canadians who are sitting on the sidelines - unsure how to invest or what to invest in - today have a new digital investment advice service to help them build their financial futures: RBC InvestEase....
2018.11.28
Thomas A. Renyi retires from Royal Bank of Canada’s Board of Directors
The Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that Thomas A. Renyi will retire from the board of directors on November 30, 2018....
2018.11.28
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors has declared a quarterly common share dividend of 98 cents per share, payable on and after February 22, 2019, ...
2018.11.28
Royal Bank of Canada reports fourth quarter and 2018 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported record net income of $12,431 million for the year ended October 31, 2018...
2018.11.23
RBC leaders and Board member recognized at Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 Awards
Once again this year, RBC leaders are among the recipients of Canada...
2018.11.20
Canadians favour caffeine fix over financial security: RBC Insurance Poll
Despite concerns, Canadians unwilling to give up daily luxuries...
2018.11.14
Many Canadians are More Prepared for a Stormy Day than a Financial Emergency: RBC
Accessing digital, online and mobile banking and advice can help Canadians ensure sunnier skies in their financial future...
2018.11.09
RBC honoured with four wealth management awards at industry galas
RBC Wealth Management (RBC) continues to earn industry recognition at recent award galas, notably for its ...
2018.11.08
RBC Wealth Management partners with ‘The Wealthy Barber’ David Chilton
Well-known Canadian financial expert will help raise awareness about estate planning options...
2018.11.08
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. recognized in multiple categories at Lipper Canada Fund Awards
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM) was recognized for its investment excellence last evening at the 2018 Lipper Canada Fund Awards in Toronto. ...
2018.11.06
Canadian pension returns post slight gain in Q3 2018: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Canadian defined benefit pension plans posted a slim uptick in Q3 2018, returning 0.1 per cent, down from Q2 returns of 2.2 per cent, according to the RBC Investor & Treasury Services All Plan Universe...
2018.11.02
Royal Bank of Canada announces closing of $350 Million NVCC Preferred Share Offering
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced it has closed its domestic public offering of Non-Cumulative, 5-Year Rate Reset Preferred Shares Series BO....
2018.11.01
RBC signs Business Statement on Transgender Equality
RBC has partnered with more than 50 other major companies and 14 community organizations to sign a Business Statement on Transgender Equality....
2018.11.01
RBC to announce fourth quarter and fiscal 2018 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its fourth quarter and fiscal 2018 results on November 28, which will be made available at rbc.com/investorrelations....
2018.10.25
Royal Bank of Canada announces increase to NVCC Preferred Share Issue
Royal Bank of Canada today announced that as a result of strong investor demand for its previously announced domestic public offering of Non-Cumulative, 5-Year Rate Reset Preferred Shares Series BO, the size of the offering has been increased to 14 million shares....
2018.10.25
Royal Bank of Canada announces NVCC Preferred Share Issue
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced a domestic public offering of Non-Cumulative, 5-Year Rate Reset Preferred Shares Series BO....
2018.10.24
RBC Royal Bank increases prime rate
RBC Royal Bank today increased its prime rate by 25 basis points to 3.95 per cent from 3.70 per cent, effective October 25, 2018....
2018.10.24
City National Bank Names Kelly Coffey CEO
City National Bank today announced that after 23 years as Chairman and CEO, Russell Goldsmith will be succeeded as the company’s CEO by Kelly Coffey and that Goldsmith will continue to serve as its Chairman....
2018.10.23
Royal Bank of Canada to redeem Non-Cumulative First Preferred Shares Series AD, Non-Cumulative Floating Rate First Preferred Shares Series AK and Non-Cumulative 5-Year Rate Reset First Preferred Shares Series AJ & AL
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced its intention to redeem all of its issued and outstanding Non-Cumulative First Preferred Shares Series AD (the "Series AD shares") on November 24, 2018, ...
2018.10.16
Canadian youth report feeling hopeful, but nervous about future employment opportunities: new survey
RBC introduces Upskill, an online resource to help prepare Canadian youth for the jobs of tomorrow...
2018.10.15
RBC launches 10th Annual Black History Month Student Essay Competition
As part of the celebrations for next February's Black History Month, the Royal Bank of Canada today announced a call for submissions for the 10th Annual RBC Black History Month Student Essay Competition....
2018.10.10
RBC new title sponsor of the Dartmouth 4-Pad
RBC and the Halifax Regional Municipality announced the bank is investing $1-million into the future of the Dartmouth 4-Pad by becoming the new naming rights partner....
2018.10.10
RBC survey shows most Canadians’ understanding of cyber security threats and how to protect themselves is low
Millennials most confident online, most likely to engage in risky cyber behaviour according to Ipsos results...
2018.10.09
RBC Foundation supports advancing ethical AI with $1 million commitment to CIFAR
At the official opening of the Borealis AI Montréal lab today, Dave McKay, President & CEO of RBC, announced the RBC Foundation will donate $1 million over the next three years to the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR)....
2018.10.02
Responsible Investing Accelerates as Investment Merits Gain Traction, RBC Global Asset Management Survey Finds
Ninety percent of institutional investors believe environmental, social and governance (ESG) integrated portfolios are likely to perform as well or better than non-ESG integrated portfolios, according to a new global survey by RBC Global Asset Management (RBC GAM)....
2018.09.28
Canadian housing affordability at worst level in nearly 30 years: RBC Economics
Canadian housing affordability is now at its worst level since 1990, according to the latest Housing Trends and Affordability Report issued today by RBC Economic Research....
2018.09.25
Mental health issues are less likely to be seen as a disability
Yet, 30 per cent of working Canadians who have taken time off because of a disability say it was for a mental illness...
2018.09.24
Bruce Ross of RBC to speak at CIBC’s 17th annual Eastern Institutional Investor Conference
Bruce Ross, Group Head, Technology & Operations (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at CIBC...
2018.09.20
Entrepreneurial Spirit Strong with Majority of Canadians Thinking About Owning a Business: RBC Poll
Entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in Canada with more than half (54 per cent) of Canadians saying they have thought about owning their own business according to the 2018 RBC Small Business Poll. Of those who have considered owning a business, 56 per cent are already putting their entrepreneurial skills to use by making money from their passion project (28 per cent), taking on side jobs when they need money (20 per cent) and testing out a new business idea (8 per cent)....
2018.09.19
RBC named to 2018 Dow Jones Sustainability North American Index
RBC is proud to be listed in the 2018 Dow Jones Sustainability North American Index, an annual review that recognizes North America...
2018.09.19
2018 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award Finalists Announced Today
Women of Influence today announced the finalists of the 2018 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards program. ...
2018.09.18
Ontario artist wins the 20th RBC Canadian Painting Competition (CPC)
On Tuesday evening, a jury comprised of Canadian artists, educators, curators and writers announced Amanda Boulos, as this year...
2018.09.15
A giant step forward for youth mental health
2018 RBC Race for the Kids raises $2.4 million for Sunnybrook's Family Navigation Project...
2018.09.14
Mayor Tory to welcome participants and kick-off 6th Annual RBC Race for the Kids
Over 8,500 supporters will be taking part in the 6th annual RBC Race for the Kids Toronto on Saturday, September 15 at Mel Lastman Square....
2018.09.12
RBC and the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television launch new Music Video Production Project
RBC and the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television (The Canadian Academy) announced their partnership on a new initiative called the Music Video Production Project (MVP Project). ...
2018.09.12
Canadian economy on firm ground despite trade uncertainty: RBC Economics
Canada's uncertain trade backdrop has not had the dampening effect on the economy you might expect, according to the latest RBC Economic Outlook Report. ...
2018.09.12
RBC Global Asset Management expands line-up of fixed income ETFs
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) today announced the launch of two new RBC Target Maturity Corporate Bond ETFs, which will begin trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange today. ...
2018.09.06
RBC Named to 2018 Thomson Reuters Diversity & Inclusion Index
RBC has been named to the 2018 top 100 most diverse and inclusive organizations globally as ranked by the Thomson Reuters Diversity & Inclusion Index....
2018.09.06
RBC Wealth Management-U.S. launches first-ever national advertising campaign
No matter where you are in life, you can depend on the expertise of RBC Wealth Management to build a financial plan and investment strategy that will strengthen your financial security. That...
2018.09.05
RBC and Ten Thousand Coffees launch national networking partnership for Canadian youth
To help young Canadians prepare for the future of work, RBC Future Launch and Ten Thousand Coffees have partnered to increase access to alumni networking and mentoring for students at seven post-secondary institutions across Canada....
2018.09.05
Rod Bolger of RBC to speak at the 2018 Barclays Global Financial Services Conference
Rod Bolger, Chief Financial Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the 2018 Barclays Global Financial Services Conference in New York City on September 13, 2018 at 9:45 a.m. (EDT)....
2018.08.29
Dave McKay of RBC to speak at the Scotiabank Financials Summit 2018
Dave McKay, President and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the Scotiabank Financials Summit to be held in Toronto on September 5, 2018 at 10:25 a.m. (EDT)....
2018.08.22
Royal Bank of Canada reports record third quarter 2018 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $3,060 million for the second quarter ended April 30, 2018, up $251 million or 9% from the prior year ...
2018.08.22
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors has declared an increase to its quarterly common share dividend of four cents, or four per cent, to 98 cents per share, payable on and after November 23, 2018, to common shareholders of record at the close of business on October 25, 2018....
2018.08.21
RBC named a constituent of the FTSE4Good Index for 17th year
RBC has once again been named a constituent of the FTSE4Good Index, which measures the performance of companies demonstrating strong environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices. FTSE4Good indices are a standard used when creating or assessing responsible investment products....
2018.08.20
RBC Global Asset Management introduces RBC Fixed Income Pools
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) today announced the launch of RBC Fixed Income Pools, an efficient and cost-effective way to invest in fixed income markets around the world...
2018.08.13
RBC Global Asset Management expands its private markets business with appointment of new Head of Real Estate Equity Investments
RBC Global Asset Management (RBC GAM) today announced the appointment of Michael Kitt as Head, Real Estate Equity Investments....
2018.08.02
Canadian equities rebound in Q2 2018, driving Canadian pension returns higher: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Q2 total returns gain 2.2 per cent while Canadian equities return 6.8 per cent...
2018.08.02
RBC and Espresso Partner to help Canadian Tech Entrepreneurs to Scale and Grow
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) and Espresso Capital are pleased to announce the launch of a new national partnership to meet the unique banking and financing needs of Canada...
2018.08.01
RBC to announce third quarter results on August 22, 2018
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its third quarter results for 2018 on August 22, which will be made available at rbc.com/investorrelations....
2018.07.18
ACCES Employment and RBC announce partnership to help new Canadians settle in faster
For newcomers arriving in Canada, finding employment is amongst their top prioritieswith 64% ranking it in the top five....
2018.07.17
New methodologies to help banking industry assess physical risk and opportunities of climate change published today
Sixteen banks, UN Environment Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) and climate risk advisory firm, Acclimatise, today published new methodologies that help banks understand how the physical risks and opportunities of a changing climate might affect their loan portfolios....
2018.07.17
This is not your parents’ group benefits plan
RBC Insurance launches new tailored digital Wellness Program to help foster workplace health and wellbeing...
2018.07.11
RBC Royal Bank increases prime rate
RBC Royal Bank today increased its prime rate by 25 basis points to 3.70 per cent from 3.45 per cent, effective July 12, 2018...
2018.07.03
RBCxMusic presents a Benefit concert in support of Kids Help Phone featuring Demi Lovato with very special guest Jason Mraz
RBCxMusic is pleased to announce a benefit concert in support of Kids Help Phone, featuring Grammy-nominated and multi-platinum singer songwriter, Demi Lovato, and very special guest Jason Mraz. ...
2018.07.03
RBC announces launch of RBC Reach – a corporate accelerator program for startups
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) is announcing the launch of RBC Reach, a corporate accelerator that opens the door to a commercial deal with RBC for select post-seed to pre-series A startups....
2018.07.03
RBC Scores ‘A Hole in One’ with 2019 PGA Tour Schedule Change
RBC, Golf Canada and the PGA TOUR today announced that the 2019 RBC Canadian Open will be moving to a premier spot on the PGA TOUR schedule starting in 2019...
2018.07.03
Higher interest rates take a bite out of housing affordability in first quarter: RBC Economics
The little bit of housing affordability relief that Canadian homebuyers enjoyed in late 2017 slipped away in the first quarter of 2018, according to the latest Housing Trends and Affordability Report...
2018.06.29
RBC, Golf Canada and the PGA Tour to make an announcement at 2018 RBC Canadian Open Media Day
RBC, title sponsor for the upcoming RBC Canadian Open, together with Golf Canada and the PGA TOUR will make an announcement during media day for the RBC Canadian Open on Tuesday, July 3, 2018....
2018.06.27
The jury is in: Finalists of 2018 RBC Canadian Painting Competition announced
RBC and Canadian Art are pleased to announce the jury-selected 15 finalists from among 500 submissions for the 20th annual RBC Canadian Painting Competition. ...
2018.06.27
RBC recognized as the Best Private Bank for Digital Client Communication in North America
RBC Wealth Management was awarded "Best Private Bank for Digital Client Communication in North America" at the inaugural Global Wealth Tech Awards on June 14th in London, England. ...
2018.06.26
Royal Bank of Canada and Ben-Gurion University Enter into Cyber Security Partnership
RBC invests $2M in artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to develop advanced cyber security techniques ...
2018.06.25
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. announces mutual fund risk rating changes
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) today announced changes to the risk rating of two RBC GAM mutual funds. ...
2018.06.25
Hold the phone: RBC gives clients the power to control their credit cards through the RBC Mobile app
Credit card controls allows RBC Mobile clients the freedom to lock and unlock their credit cards at their convenience, without having to call the Advice Centre...
2018.06.19
Celebrating 10 years of inspirational newcomer achievements
What does a hockey dad of three NHL stars, a mental health advocate, and an auto-dealer/Raptors "superfan" have in common?...
2018.06.18
A Showcase of Indigenous Innovation and Success: RBC’s A Chosen Journey Report
RBC is pleased to announce the release of the newest edition of A Chosen Journey: RBC Indigenous Partnership report. Celebrating its tenth anniversary, the report highlights a diverse range of success stories from within Indigenous communities across Canada,...
2018.06.14
Carrot Rewards and RBC challenge Canadians to pick up the pace on wellness
RBC encourages Canadians to live healthier lives by offering RBC Rewards points through the Carrot Rewards app...
2018.06.14
Canadian economy headed for solid, albeit slower 2018 – RBC Economics
In spite of looming concerns over U.S. imposed tariffs, the Canadian economy is gaining momentum, according to the latest RBC Economic Outlook Report...
2018.06.13
RBC and WestJet announce a new Canadian loyalty platform
RBC and WestJet announced today they are creating Ampli, a next generation loyalty platform that will deliver unparalleled value to consumers...
2018.06.12
Young High-Net-Worth Canadians Inspired and Optimistic They Will Have a Positive Impact on the World
The definition of legacy in Canada is shifting from value to values, as the next generation of high-net-worth1 Canadians increasingly prioritize the impact of their money throughout their lives and beyond....
2018.06.12
Two-thirds of younger high-net-worth Americans feel personal responsibility to deploy wealth for society’s benefit, new study finds
The definition of legacy in the U.S. is shifting from value to values, as high-net-worth Americans increasingly prioritize the impact of their money throughout their lives and beyond....
2018.06.11
RBC leads the financial services industry with the superior mobile banking experience in Canada
The RBC Mobile app has officially been recognized as the superior mobile banking experience in Canada according to J.D. Power....
2018.06.01
RBC Global Asset Management Named Fund Provider of the Year
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) was presented with the award for Fund Provider of the Year at the 2018 Wealth Professional Awards gala held last evening in Toronto....
2018.05.24
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors declared a quarterly common share dividend of 94 cents per share, ...
2018.05.24
Royal Bank of Canada reports second quarter 2018 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $3,060 million for the second quarter ended April 30, 2018, up $251 million or 9% from the prior year ...
2018.05.16
Royal Bank of Canada announces redemption of RBC Trust Capital Securities – Series 2008-1
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that RBC Capital Trust, a closed-end unit trust established by Royal Bank of Canada,...
2018.05.15
RBC Global Asset Management introduces RBC U.S. Banks Yield Index ETF
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) today announced the launch of RBC U.S. Banks Yield Index ETF (ticker: RUBY), which begins trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange today. ...
2018.05.10
Canadian pension returns post slight gain in Q1 2018: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Canadian defined benefit pension plans remained in positive territory in Q1 2018, according to the $650 billion RBC Investor & Treasury Services All Plan Universe ...
2018.05.07
RBC ranked highest in customer satisfaction among Big Five Canadian banks
RBC is proud to be recognized with the J.D. Power award for ...
2018.05.03
RBC Trade for the Kids donates more than $3 million for youth charities globally
RBC, across its Capital Markets and Investor & Treasury Services businesses, hosted its inaugural global RBC Trade for the Kids today, donating more than US$3 million to more than 40 of its major youth-focused charity partners...
2018.05.01
RBC to announce second quarter results on May 24, 2018
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its second quarter results for 2018 on May 24, which will be made available at rbc.com/investorrelations....
2018.04.25
RBC wins Model Bank Awards for NOMI Insights and NOMI Find & Save, and digital employee activation strategy
Two of RBC’s major digital initiatives have been acknowledged with Model Bank Awards from Celent, a global financial services research and advisory firm....
2018.04.24
Fewer Canadians have disability coverage through workplace benefits, leaving them more at risk
he number of Canadians with disability coverage through workplace benefits has declined significantly since 2015, according to a recent RBC Insurance survey. ...
2018.04.23
Borealis AI expands lab network into Vancouver
Building off its recent investments in the Canadian artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem, Borealis AI today announced it is expanding its network of labs across Canada into Vancouver. ...
2018.04.11
World #1 Dustin Johnson and Sam Saunders, grandson to The King, take a “swing at the past” to celebrate the 50th RBC Heritage
South Carolina's own Dustin Johnson commemorated the 50th Anniversary of the RBC Heritage, South Carolina...
2018.04.06
Royal Bank of Canada announces election of directors
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced that the nominees listed in the management proxy circular dated February 8, 2018, were elected as directors of RBC....
2018.04.05
Toronto sees short-term affordability relief for homebuyers: RBC Economics
Housing affordability improved for the first time in more than two years in the fourth quarter of 2017 thanks to a drop in Toronto...
2018.04.03
Confidence Boost: Canadians Reveal Highest Home Purchase Intent in Eight Years
Resurging confidence in the economy and employment is boosting homebuying intentions among Canadians to the highest levels since 2010, despite the Federal Government...
2018.03.29
Cast Your Vote: 2018 RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards
It's time to vote for the 10th annual RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Award winners....
2018.03.26
Automation to impact at least 50% of Canadian jobs in the next decade: RBC research
A new RBC research paper, Humans Wanted - How Canadian youth can thrive in the age of disruption, has revealed that 50% of Canadian jobs will be disrupted by automation in the next 10 years....
2018.03.23
Doug McGregor of RBC to speak at National Bank Financial’s 16th annual Canadian Financial Services Conference
Doug McGregor, group head of Capital Markets and Investor & Treasury Services, Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to present at National Bank Financial...
2018.03.20
RBC first Canadian bank to open an API developer portal
With a focus on driving innovation to deliver leading-edge solutions for its clients and support the Canadian innovation community, RBC is the first Canadian bank to launch an Application Programming Interface (API) developer portal....
2018.03.16
RBC Correspondent and Advisor Services awarded Best Innovative Client Solution at the Family Wealth Report Awards 2018
RBC Correspondent and Advisor Services (CAS), part of RBC Wealth Management - U.S., has been named "Best Innovative Client Solution" at the 5th Family Wealth Report Awards 2018....
2018.03.12
Canada’s economy expected to slow in 2018, amid looming interest rates hikes and lower consumer spending
After a year of rapid growth, the Canadian economy is expected to slow in 2018 amid the prospect of rising interest rates and lower consumer spending, according to the latest RBC Economic Outlook...
2018.03.09
Call for Submissions: 2018 RBC Canadian Painting Competition now open
RBC and Canadian Art issued the call for submissions to the 2018 RBC Canadian Painting Competition. To mark the 20th anniversary, the competition is awarding an additional grand prize: a residency at the renowned Banff Centre for the Arts, a global leader in the development and promotion of creative work in the arts....
2018.03.09
Royal Bank of Canada to Host Investor Day
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will host an investor day in Toronto on June 13, 2018 beginning at approximately 8 a.m. Eastern Time (ET)....
2018.03.08
Royal Bank of Canada Management Proxy Circular now available
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced it has filed its Notice of Annual Meeting of Common Shareholders and Management Proxy Circular for 2018 with securities regulators and is mailing the package to shareholders. ...
2018.03.08
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. launches ETF supporting companies that demonstrate a commitment towards women’s leadership
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) is pleased to announce the launch of the RBC Vision Women...
2018.03.05
Dave McKay of RBC to speak at the 2018 RBC Capital Markets Financial Institutions Conference
Dave McKay, President and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the RBC Capital Markets Financial Institutions Conference on March 6, 2018...
2018.03.02
RBC releases 2017 Corporate Citizenship – Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Investor Report and Public Accountability Statement
RBC today released its 2017 Corporate Citizenship - ESG Investor Report and Public Accountability Statement, highlighting RBC...
2018.02.23
Royal Bank of Canada to repurchase up to 30 million of its common shares
Royal Bank of Canada (the Bank) ("RY" on TSX and NYSE) today announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) have approved its normal course issuer bid to purchase,...
2018.02.23
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors has declared an increase to its quarterly common share dividend...
2018.02.23
Royal Bank of Canada reports first quarter 2018 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $3,012 million for the first quarter ended January 31, 2018, which includes the impact of the U.S. Tax Reform(1) of $178 million, or $0.12 per share, primarily related to the write-down of net deferred tax assets. ...
2018.02.20
Borealis AI launches fellowship program to support and grow emerging AI talent in Canada
Continuing its commitment to academic excellence in fundamental research in artificial intelligence (AI), Borealis AI today announced the launch of the Borealis AI Graduate Fellowship Program...
2018.02.09
RBC to change presentation of certain financial information related to IFRS 9 accounting rules
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) released today a proposed template of our Supplemental Financial Information package, reflecting the impact of the adoption of International Financial Reporting Standard 9, Financial Instruments (IFRS 9)....
2018.02.09
RBC announces partnership with La Voix to propel local talent
RBC announced today a partnership with La Voix. RBC, as a key partner of La Voix, is enabling the winner to envision his/her Someday by being the proud partner of the grand prize of $50 000....
2018.02.08
Millennial money dilemma: They know what they want in life, but not always how to save for it – RBC Poll
As Millennials move into their 30s, they share many of the same life goals as previous generations of Canadians; where they differ is in the challenge they face in financing those goals, according to RBC...
2018.02.07
RBC signs multi-year sponsorship deal with Dustin Johnson
Today, RBC is announcing its newest brand ambassador - professional golfer Dustin Johnson....
2018.02.06
For 11th consecutive year, industry peers recognize RBC as the best private bank in Canada
RBC Wealth Management was honoured for the 11th consecutive year for best overall private banking services in Canada by its peers in the 2018 Euromoney Private Banking and Wealth Management Survey. ...
2018.02.06
Canadian Defined Benefit Pension Plans gain further ground in 2017: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Canadian defined benefit pension plans ended 2017 in positive territory, posting an annual return of 9.7 per cent, according to the $650 billion RBC Investor & Treasury Services All Plan Universe ...
2018.02.06
Holiday shoppers break their budgets – looking for new savings ideas in 2018: RBC poll
While the winter holidays may seem like a distant memory, the arrival of holiday bills brings them back to reality for many Canadians. ...
2018.02.05
Borealis AI increases brain power by adding top AI talent
Borealis AI, an RBC Institute for Research, is continuing to expand its artificial intelligence (AI) research team across Canada with the addition of Professor Pascal Poupart of the University of Waterloo and Professor Marcus Brubaker of York University. ...
2018.02.02
RBC to announce first quarter results on February 23, 2018
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its first quarter results for 2018 on February 23, which will be made available at rbc.com/investorrelations...
2018.01.31
Royal Bank of Canada completes share repurchase program
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) ("RY" on TSX and NYSE) today announced the completion of its share repurchase program (the "Program"), as required by the conditions of the issuer bid exemption order issued to RBC by the Ontario Securities Commission on January 10, 2018...
2018.01.30
RBC Insurance predicts long term disability incidences to rise in 2018
RBC Insurance predicts Long Term Disability (LTD) incidence rates will be 4.7 per cent higher compared to 2017 driven by a strengthening Canadian economy. ...
2018.01.29
RBC to open a cybersecurity lab and fund new research at the University of Waterloo
The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) is opening a cyber security lab and investing $1.78 million into research at the University of Waterloo to develop advanced cybersecurity and privacy tools....
2018.01.23
Nearly half of Canadians are worried they won’t have enough money to live a full lifestyle in retirement
Yet the majority are missing annuities in their portfolio to help guarantee income...
2018.01.22
RBC Named to 2018 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index for 2nd Year
RBC has been named to the 2018 Bloomberg Gender- Equality Index (GEI), an annual review that measures gender equality across internal company statistics,...
2018.01.19
Royal Bank of Canada completes share repurchase program
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) ("RY" on TSX and NYSE) today announced the completion of its share repurchase program (the "Program"), ...
2018.01.18
RBC recognized as ‘Best Trade Finance Provider in Canada’ for sixth consecutive year by Global Finance magazine
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) (RBC) has been named ...
2018.01.17
RBC Royal Bank increases prime rate
RBC Royal Bank today increased its prime lending rate by 25 basis points to 3.45 per cent from 3.20 per cent, effective January 18, 2018....
2018.01.16
Calling all future Olympians: RBC Training Ground expands nationwide search
10 provinces will now host local testing combines to identify new talent...
2018.01.12
Corus Entertainment announces partnership with RBC and HGTV Canada’s Bryan and Sarah Baeumler
Corus Entertainment announced today an extensive three-year partnership between Royal Bank of Canada and HGTV Canada...
2018.01.11
10 Years, 250 Winners and Countless Inspiring Stories: RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards celebrates 10th anniversary Nominations are now open for the 10th annual awards program
Perseverance. Tenacity. Determination. These are just some of the words associated with the more than one in five Canadians born abroad and now call Canada home. ...
2018.01.10
Royal Bank of Canada announces specific share repurchase programs as part of its normal course issuer bid
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) ("RY" on TSX and NYSE) today announced that it will repurchase shares under two specific share repurchase programs (the "Programs")....
2018.01.03
Dave McKay of RBC to Speak at RBC Capital Markets 2018 Canadian Bank CEO Conference
Dave McKay, president and chief executive officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the RBC Capital Markets Canadian Bank CEO Conference on January 9, 2018, from 8:35 a.m. to 9:10 a.m. (EST) in Toronto....
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2017.12.21
Buying a home in Canada is less affordable than any time since 1990: RBC Economics
Rising home ownership costs in Vancouver, Toronto and Victoria pushed overall housing affordability in Canada to its worst level since the end of 1990 in the third quarter of 2017, according to the latest Housing Trends and Affordability Report issued today by RBC Economics Research....
2017.12.12
Canada’s economy ready to keep rolling in 2018, while on track to post the strongest G-7 performance in 2017
With the global economy on track to post the strongest growth since 2014, Canada is poised to be the G7...
2017.11.29
RBC announces retirement of Group Chief Risk Officer, Mark Hughes
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced that Mark Hughes, Group Chief Risk Officer (GCRO), will retire effective April 9, 2018 after 37 years at the bank....
2017.11.29
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors declared a quarterly common share dividend of 91 cents per share, payable on and after February 23, 2018, to common shareholders of record at the close of business on January 25, 2018...
2017.11.29
Royal Bank of Canada reports fourth quarter and record 2017 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported record net income of $11,469 million for the year ended October 31, 2017, up $1,011 million or 10% from the prior year. ...
2017.11.23
RBC launches MyBusiness Dashboard – A unique tool that helps small business owners make smart decisions to manage and grow their businesses
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) has introduced MyBusiness Dashboard, a tool that brings together key metrics from the best online software into a single view to help owners make faster and better decisions to manage and grow their businesses....
2017.11.23
2017 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award Winners Announced Today
Six outstanding female entrepreneur winners awarded out of a record-breaking 6,400 nominees...
2017.11.21
Borealis AI to open new artificial intelligence lab in Montreal
Continuing its investment in the Canadian artificial intelligence (AI) ecosystem, Borealis AI, an RBC Institute for Research, today announced that it will open a lab in Montreal...
2017.11.21
Royal Bank of Canada Designated a Global Systemically Important Bank
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced it has been named a Global Systemically Important Bank (G-SIB) by the Financial Stability Board (FSB)...
2017.11.16
Royal Bank of Canada scores hat trick at the Loyalty360 Customer Awards for RBC Rewards Program
Royal Bank of Canada ("RBC") won three prestigious awards at the Loyalty360 Customer Awards on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee for its industry leading RBC Rewards program....
2017.11.09
RBC businesses in the US recognized as ‘Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality’ by the Human Rights Campaign
The Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) announced that RBC Wealth Management-U.S. and RBC Capital Markets-U.S. each received a perfect score of 100 percent on the 2018 Corporate Equality Index (CEI)...
2017.11.09
RBC Global Asset Management recognized for excellence in bond ETFs at Lipper Canada 2017 Fund Awards
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) was recognized as Best Bond ETFs Group at the Lipper Canada 2017 Fund Awards1 held last evening in Toronto....
2017.11.08
Rebounding Canadian equities drive Canadian pension returns higher in third quarter: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Canadian defined benefit pension plans, buoyed by rebounding Canadian equity returns, posted Q3 2017 returns of 0.4 per cent according to the $650 billion RBC Investor & Treasury Services All Plan Universe,...
2017.11.02
RBC to announce fourth quarter and fiscal 2017 results on November 29, 2017
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its fourth quarter and fiscal 2017 financial results on November 29, which will be made available at rbc.com/investorrelations....
2017.10.31
Responsible investing grows even as opinions remain divided, RBC Global Asset Management Survey Finds
In second annual survey of institutional investors and consultants, differences on key responsible investing issues remain...
2017.10.30
Royal Bank of Canada completes share repurchase program
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) ("RY" on TSX and NYSE) today announced the completion of its share repurchase program......
2017.10.30
RBC earns five wealth management honours at industry award galas
RBC Wealth Management (RBC) continues to earn industry accolades for its differentiated investments in innovation, digital technology and advisor support....
2017.10.26
Borealis AI taps top artificial intelligence professor to lead research and expand Edmonton team
Borealis AI, an RBC Institute for Research in artificial intelligence (AI), today announced that Professor Matthew E. Taylor has joined the Borealis AI team as a senior researcher. ...
2017.10.19
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. introduces five new income-oriented ETFs
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) today announced the launch of five new Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). ...
2017.10.19
Jeffery Yabuki appointed to the Board of Directors of Royal Bank of Canada
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeffery Yabuki to its Board of Directors....
2017.10.17
Guelph artist takes first prize in 19th annual RBC Canadian Painting Competition
This evening a jury of acclaimed Canadian artists, curators, and art directors gathered in the nation...
2017.10.17
RBC and Petro-Canada team up to deliver exclusive savings and innovative loyalty benefits to Canadians
This fall, two of Canada's iconic brands work together to reinvent how Canadians save on fuel and participate in the Petro-Points and RBC Rewards programs...
2017.10.12
Royal Bank of Canada collaborates with Wave to be the first bank in North America to integrate a full financial management platform with online banking for small business clients
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) and Wave (waveapps.com) have collaborated to integrate invoicing, accounting and business financial insights into RBC...
2017.10.11
Royal Bank of Canada announces specific share repurchase program as part of its normal course issuer bid
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) ("RY" on TSX and NYSE) today announced that it will repurchase shares under a specific share repurchase program (the "Program"). ...
2017.10.11
RBC and City National Bank sign amicus brief opposing sexual orientation discrimination in the workplace
RBC and City National Bank have partnered with more than 70 other companies to sign an amicus brief in support of U.S. Supreme Court petition Evans v. Georgia Regional Hospital, banning sexual orientation discrimination in the workplace....
2017.10.10
New Brunswick’s own Jaryd Stanley takes the grand prize in Canada’s Walk Of Fame 2017 Emerging Artist Music Mentorship Program
Chosen by a selection committee of music industry experts, Canada...
2017.10.02
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. lowers administration fees for certain RBC Funds and PH&N Funds
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) today announced the reduction of administration fees for certain RBC Funds, PH&N Funds and PH&N Pension Trusts....
2017.09.29
Housing affordability relief still elusive in Canada in the second quarter as ownership costs continued to rise in Toronto: RBC Economics
Becoming a home owner in Canada is less affordable now than at any time since 1990, according to the latest Housing Trends and Affordability Report issued today by RBC Economics Research....
2017.09.29
New Office Hours: Royal Bank of Canada’s unique collaboration with WeWork
RBC is taking space at WeWork's Toronto location to better serve business owners....
2017.09.29
RBC Investor & Treasury Services maintains global fund administrator position for fifth year running
RBC Investor & Treasury Services, part of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), today announced that it has been named the number one fund administrator globally and in Luxembourg in this year...
2017.09.28
2017 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Award Finalists announced today
Women of Influence today announced the finalists of the 2017 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards program. A record breaking 6,400 women entrepreneurs from coast to coast were nominated for this year...
2017.09.27
Top Canadian Athletes Join RBC Olympian Family
Over 50 Olympians and Olympic hopefuls make Canada proud...
2017.09.26
Canadian employers step forward on diversity, fall short on inclusion: RBC report
Canadian employers overwhelmingly agree on the benefits of having a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace, but only one in 10 strongly agree that they take advantage of those benefits, according to a new report out today from the Royal Bank of Canada and the Institute for Canadian Citizenship....
2017.09.21
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. introduces seven new ETFs
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) today announced the launch of seven new index tracking Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs)....
2017.09.21
Trade Accelerator Program launches nationwide to take Canadian exporters global
Today RBC and the Toronto Region Board of Trade's World Trade Centre Toronto announced the national launch of Canada...
2017.09.18
Canadians are keen to support local small businesses: RBC Poll
From their favourite local coffee shop, to the always-reliable neighbourhood handyman, Canadians are passionate about small and local businesses. In fact, according to the 2017 RBC Small Business poll, 88 per cent of Canadians will choose to support a local business when possible,...
2017.09.11
RBC commits US$300,000 in support of Hurricane Irma relief efforts
Today, RBC announced a funding commitment of US$300,000 to support organizations providing relief and humanitarian efforts for those affected by the devastating damage caused by Hurricane Irma in many Caribbean countries and the state of Florida in the U.S....
2017.09.08
Canadian economy’s hot streak continues in 2017
The Canadian economy is firing on all cylinders, once again growing substantially faster than its potential in the second quarter of 2017, according to the latest RBC Economic Outlook. ...
2017.09.07
RBC named to 2017 Dow Jones Sustainability North American Index
RBC has been named to the 2017 Dow Jones Sustainability North American Index, an annual review that recognizes North America...
2017.09.06
RBC Royal Bank increases prime rate
RBC Royal Bank today increased its prime lending rate by 25 basis points to 3.20 per cent from 2.95 per cent, effective Sept. 7, 2017....
2017.09.06
RBC Wealth Management – U.S. launches new digital storytelling initiative to attract female financial advisors
At a time when a large percentage of the current financial advisor force is drawing closer to retirement, RBC Wealth Management - U.S. aims to attract new talent to the business with a new digital storytelling initiative that shines a spotlight on the role of financial advisors and what it takes to become part of the industry....
2017.09.05
Rod Bolger of RBC to speak at the 2017 Barclays Global Financial Services Conference
Rod Bolger, Chief Financial Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the 2017 Barclays Global Financial Services Conference in New York City on September 12, 2017 at 9:45 a.m. (EDT)....
2017.08.30
Dave McKay of RBC to speak at the Scotiabank Financials Summit 2017
Dave McKay, President and Chief Executive Officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the Scotiabank Financials Summit to be held in Toronto on September 6, 2017 at 10:25 a.m. (EDT)....
2017.08.28
RBC announces $100,000 donation to the American Red Cross in support of Hurricane Harvey relief efforts in Houston, Texas
RBC today announced a $100,000 donation to the American Red Cross in support of Americans affected by damages and displacement caused by Hurricane Harvey in Houston, Texas....
2017.08.28
RBC first bank in Canada to offer clients personalized digital financial insights & a fully-automated savings service through the award-winning RBC Mobile app
Walk the dog, make lunch, dash out the door to work, pay bills, buy groceries on the way home, binge-watch your favourite series, reset and start all over again tomorrow. Living in the moment doesn’t leave a lot of time for planning your future, or for trying to grow any savings to finance that future. Imagine if money management and saving could be effortless, something that happened in the background while you were busy living your life?...
2017.08.28
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. introduces RBC Vision Fossil Fuel Free Global Equity Fund
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) today announced the launch of the RBC Vision Fossil Fuel Free Global Equity Fund. The Fund is part of the suite of RBC Vision™ Funds that were introduced earlier this year....
2017.08.23
Royal Bank of Canada to redeem Non-Cumulative First Preferred Shares Series AB and Non-Cumulative Perpetual First Preferred Shares Series C-1
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced its intention, subject to the approval of the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI), to redeem all of its issued and outstanding Non-Cumulative First Preferred Shares Series AB (the “Series AB shares”) on September 27, 2017, for cash at a redemption price of CDN $25.00 per share, together with all declared and unpaid dividends. Royal Bank of Canada also announced its intention, subject to the approval of OSFI, to redeem all of its issued and outstanding Non-Cumulative Perpetual First Preferred Shares Series C-1 (the “Series C-1 shares”) on November 13, 2017, for cash at a redemption price of U.S. $1,000 per share (equivalent to U.S. $25.00 per related depositary share), together with all declared and unpaid dividends. The NYSE-listed Series C-1 depositary shares, each of which represents a 1/40th interest in a Series C-1 share will be redeemed concurrently with the redemption of the Series C-1 shares....
2017.08.23
Royal Bank of Canada reports third quarter 2017 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $2,796 million for the third quarter ended July 31, 2017, down $99 million or 3% from a year ago. Excluding an after-tax gain of $235 million from the sale of our home and auto insurance manufacturing business in the prior year, net income was up $136 million or 5%( ). Results reflect strong earnings growth in Wealth Management, Insurance excluding the prior year gain on sale(1), and Investor & Treasury Services, as well as solid earnings in Personal & Commercial Banking. These factors were partially offset by lower results in Capital Markets primarily due to less favourable market conditions....
2017.08.23
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors has declared an increase to its quarterly common share dividend of four cents, or five per cent, to 91 cents per share, payable on and after November 24, 2017, to common shareholders of record at the close of business on October 26, 2017....
2017.08.22
Helping Canadians keep score: RBC introduces free credit scores and first digital simulator in Canada to help Canadians understand their credit
RBC, in collaboration with TransUnion, today introduced CreditView Dashboard to all online banking clients. With CreditView, clients see what credit products they have on file, their credit score, and a first for Canada - a digital simulator to help clients understand how credit works. Clients can simulate financial scenarios, like applying for a new credit card or mortgage, and by entering a few numbers and details, the credit score is recalculated based on these actions....
2017.08.16
Having financial “skin in the game” gives post-secondary students a confidence boost but lessons continue beyond graduation day: RBC Poll
When it comes to post-secondary education, there are valuable life lessons - and financial lessons - to be learned outside the lecture hall. A recent poll conducted on behalf of RBCsup®/sup finds that students who receive less than one-quarter of their funding from parents feel more confident in their financial decision making and are more likely to make and stick to a budget compared to their peers who receive more financial support from their parents. Despite the boost in confidence, the road to confident money management is a lifelong journey and many post-secondary students would benefit from ongoing practice....
2017.08.16
Don’t forget to pack PATH on your next trip
RBC Insurance has launched PATH, a new travel mobile app that provides travellers with the ability to view local clinics and hospitals based on their current location, or search for facilities in other locations and/or call experts directly for emergency medical assistance. Other features include up-to-date travel information, travel advisories and advice. Path was the brainchild of RBC Amplify students.The app is now available free in the Apple App store and for Android users on Google Play and can be easily found by searching RBC PATH...
2017.08.08
Canadian pension returns post fifth consecutive quarter of gains: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Canadian equities struggled during Q2 2017, losing -1.9 per cent while total returns for Q2 2017 sit at 1.4 per cent...
2017.08.03
RBC to announce third quarter results on August 23, 2017
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its third quarter results for 2017 on August 23. Information related to RBC...
2017.08.02
RBC offers condolences in passing of Richard (Rick) L. George, O.C. – member of the RBC Board of Directors
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) extends its sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Richard (Rick) L. George, O.C., independent member of the company’s Board of Directors, who passed away on August 1, 2017. Mr. George of Calgary, Alberta was appointed to the RBC board in 2012 and was also formerly President and Chief Executive Officer of Suncor Energy Inc....
2017.08.01
RBC first bank in Canada to enable bill payments using Siri
Who doesn't wish they had an assistant to pay their bills? Thanks to an update to the RBC Mobile app, Royal Bank of Canada ("RBC") personal banking clients are now the first in Canada who can ask Siri to pay their bills on iPhone and iPad....
2017.07.26
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. re-opens Phillips, Hager & North Short Term Bond & Mortgage Fund to new investors
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) announced that effective today the Phillips, Hager & North Short Term Bond & Mortgage Fund (the Fund) will re-open to new investors...
2017.07.13
RBC ranked highest in customer satisfaction among Mobile Banking Apps and the Canadian Big Five banks
RBC takes top honours in J.D. Power Canadian Retail Banking study for second year...
2017.07.12
RBC Royal Bank Increases Prime Rate
RBC Royal Bank today increased its prime lending rate by 25 basis points to 2.95 per cent from 2.70 per cent, effective July 13, 2017....
2017.07.11
RBC announces $50,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross in support of those affected by wildfires in British Columbia
RBC today announced a $50,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross in support of Canadians affected by damages and displacement caused by the wildfires in B.C....
2017.07.06
RBC Investor & Treasury Services receives multiple honours at 2017 Global Investor Awards
RBC Investor & Treasury Services, part of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), today announced that it has been awarded with multiple honours in this year...
2017.07.06
RBC announces finalists of RBC Canadian Painting Competition
RBC, in collaboration with Canadian Art, is pleased to announce the jury-selected 15 finalists from among 682 submissions for the 19th annual RBC Canadian Painting Competition....
2017.06.29
Toronto home prices thump housing affordability in Canada: RBC Economics
Runaway home prices in Toronto and its surrounding region moved the national housing affordability needle to worrisome levels in the first quarter of 2017...
2017.06.28
RBC Global Asset Management invests $20 million to establish in-house Innovation Lab
RBC Global Asset Management (RBC GAM) announced today the establishment of a new RBC GAM Innovation Lab, an in-house technology hub to incubate digital capabilities and drive innovation. ...
2017.06.28
Young Canadians get creative to Make 150 Count
RBC today shared the results of RBC Make 150 Count, a Canada 150 initiative designed to empower young Canadians to make a difference in their communities, in their own unique way....
2017.06.27
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. introduces RBC VisionTM Funds
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) today announced that effective June 30, 2017, the funds within its two socially responsible investing (SRI) line-ups, PH&N Community Values Funds and RBC Jantzi Funds...
2017.06.27
RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards: LGBTQ activist, window washer turned cargo airline CEO, ballet dancer and youth philanthropist among this year’s recipients
Syria-born LGBTQ activist and emerging author, Ahmad Danny Ramadan has been named among the 9th annual RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrants, along with doctors, artists, entrepreneurs and philanthropists. Presented by Canadian Immigrant magazine and sponsored by RBC Royal Bank, this annual awards program celebrates the achievements of inspiring Canadian immigrants....
2017.06.22
RBC Global Asset Management announces unitholder approvals, fee reductions and other changes to certain RBC Funds and PH&N Funds
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. ("RBC GAM Inc.") today announced the unitholder approval of changes to the investment objectives of seven RBC Funds,...
2017.06.22
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. announces mutual fund risk rating changes
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. announces mutual fund risk rating changes...
2017.06.21
Aboriginal Success Stories Highlight Impact of Youth on Community and Businesses in RBC’s A Chosen Journey Report
Across the country, young Indigenous leaders are making a positive impact in their communities and businesses, as shown by the success stories featured in the latest edition of A Chosen Journey: RBC Aboriginal Partnership Report....
2017.06.12
Canadian economy surges ahead in 2017 – RBC Economics
he Canadian economy is humming along as the country nears its 150th birthday, according to the latest RBC Economic Outlook quarterly report. ...
2017.06.09
RBC Canadian Open unveils ‘The Rink’ Fan Experience
To help celebrate Canada...
2017.06.05
Dustin Johnson, Bubba Watson, Bryson Dechambeau, Si Woo Kim and Team RBC among Early Player Commitments for 2017 RBC Canadian Open
Johnson, DeChambeau, Kim and RBC Team members set to challenge Glen Abbey Golf Club July 21-27...
2017.06.05
RBC Insurance announces management fee reductions across several segregated funds
RBC insurance has reduced management fees on seven of its balanced Seg Funds by 20 basis points. ...
2017.05.25
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors declared a quarterly common share dividend of 87 cents per share, payable on and after August 24, 2017,...
2017.05.25
Royal Bank of Canada reports second quarter 2017 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $2,809 million for the second quarter ended April 30, 2017...
2017.05.22
Bringing the boreal to Great Britain: Royal Bank of Canada donates RHS Chelsea Flower Show Garden to the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust
Inspired by the boreal forest, the Royal Bank of Canada Garden will be relocated to the WWT...
2017.05.18
RBC and Live Nation Canada Announce Partnership to Enhance Live Music Experiences for Canadians
From small shows to stadiums to summer festivals, live music brings us all together. ...
2017.05.16
Survey finds Canada is the travel hot spot during our 150th Anniversary
60% of Canadians are planning to vacation across Canada this year coinciding with the country...
2017.05.15
Canadian pension returns post four consecutive quarters of gains: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Building on a strong 2016 annual return of 6.8 per cent, Canadian defined benefit pension plans upheld the positive growth trend with Q1 2017 returns of 2.9 per cent...
2017.05.12
RBC wins Global Retail Bank of the Year for third time
Canada's banking industry shone at the Retail Banker International (RBI) awards competition in London last night, with four Canadian banks winning prizes....
2017.05.11
RBC’s new collaboration with OneEleven provides Canada’s top technology startups with resources to manage and grow their businesses
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2017.05.10
Five Canadian Banks Collectively Donate $500,000 to Canadian Red Cross to Support Communities and those Impacted by Flooding
BMO Financial Group, CIBC, Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank and TD Bank Group are donating $500,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to support the devastating flooding in Québec, Ontario, BC and New Brunswick....
2017.05.09
RBC Global Asset Management launches RBC Quant Global Real Estate Leaders ETF
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) today announced the expansion of its ETF lineup with the introduction of the RBC Quant Global Real Estate Leaders ETF (TSX:RGRE)....
2017.05.04
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. announces April sales results for RBC Funds, PH&N Funds and BlueBay Funds
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) today announced April mutual fund net sales of $639 million...
2017.05.04
RBC to announce second quarter results on May 25, 2017
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its second quarter results for 2017 on May 25, 2017. I...
2017.05.01
RBC Training Ground comes to 2017 Canada Games
RBC, the Canadian Olympic Foundation (COF) and the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) today announced a marketing and athlete identification partnership with the 2017 Canada Games....
2017.04.28
Royal Bank of Canada to redeem subordinated debentures
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced its intention to redeem all outstanding 2.86 per cent subordinated debentures due June 26, 2037...
2017.04.25
C100 and RBC collaborate to inspire Canada’s innovators coast to coast to coast
It's said that Canadians don't like to brag but when your country has some of the best entrepreneurial talent in the world coupled with a robust technology ecosystem, it...
2017.04.21
RBC is recognized as one of “Canada’s Greenest Employers”
RBC has once again been named one of Canada...
2017.04.20
In celebration of Earth Day 2017, new research shows that green buildings contribute to a more productive workforce
New ground-breaking research reveals that green buildings do more than reduce energy and increase real-estate value, they also have positive impacts on the employees working in them...
2017.04.19
10,000 new student opportunities by end of 2020: Toronto Financial Services Alliance launches ambitious pilot to help young Canadians jump-start their careers
Toronto region's financial services employers are increasing their investment in young Canadians through a ground-breaking, sector-wide initiative to create 10,000 new work-integrated learning opportunities for post-secondary students by the end of 2020....
2017.04.19
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. announces changes to five RBC ETF ticker symbols
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. today announced forthcoming changes to the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) ticker symbols of five RBC ETFs....
2017.04.12
RBC Global Asset Management announces changes to RBC Advisor Canadian Bond Fund
Amends proposed changes to RBC Canadian Government Bond Index Fund...
2017.04.10
Canadians say home buying is still a good investment, but are delaying home purchase: RBC 2017 Home Ownership Poll
Canadians cite belief that home prices may come down, lack of affordability and economic unpredictability as main reasons for delaying purchase...
2017.04.06
Royal Bank of Canada announces election of directors
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced that the nominees listed in the management proxy circular dated February 8, 2017, were elected as directors of RBC. ...
2017.04.06
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. announces March sales results for RBC Funds, PH&N Funds and BlueBay Funds and first quarter sales results for RBC ETFs
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) today announced March mutual fund net sales of $1.1 billion. Long-term funds had net sales of $1.0 billion and money market funds had net sales of $99 million. ...
2017.04.03
RBC Global Asset Management announces changes to certain RBC Funds and PH&N Funds
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. ("RBC GAM Inc.") announced today a number of changes to certain RBC Funds and PH&N Funds, including mergers, fee reductions and proposed changes to investment objectives. ...
2017.03.30
2017 RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards
Canadian Immigrant magazine has opened the online voting phase for its ninth annual RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards. This coveted award recognizes and celebrates the untold stories of Canadian immigrants who have made a significant contribution to Canada - all the more poignant this year as we celebrate Canada 150. The award program is proudly supported by title sponsor RBC Royal Bank. The public can now vote for up to three of their favourite finalists online at www.canadianimmigrant.ca/rbctop25 until May 22, 2017....
2017.03.30
Housing affordability trends in Toronto and Vancouver diverge: RBC Economics
While home ownership costs remained historically elevated in Canada, they levelled out in the fourth quarter of 2016 after climbing steadily for a year and a half, according to the latest Housing Trends and Affordability Report issued today by RBC Economics Research....
2017.03.29
Canadian financial advice reimagined: RBC introduces MyAdvisor to digitally connect clients with advisors for real-time advice
A new digital experience for clients, using live video to connect them in real time with advisors, has been introduced by RBC...
2017.03.28
Introducing RBC Future Launch: RBC’s largest-ever commitment to help young Canadians prepare for the future of work
A 10-year, $500-million commitment to unlock the potential of young people in Canada by addressing three critical gaps: experience, skills and networking...
2017.03.23
Mark Hughes of RBC to speak at National Bank Financial’s 15th annual Canadian Financial Services Conference
Mark Hughes, Chief Risk Officer, Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to present at National Bank Financial...
2017.03.22
Royal Bank of Canada signs up to HM Treasury “Women in Finance Charter”
RBC is focused on achieving an inclusive workplace where all employees have equal opportunity to reach their full potential, and recognises that diversity and inclusion is not just a core value, it is also a business priority...
2017.03.22
122 organizations across the globe to receive $2 million in funding from RBC Blue Water Project
2017 RBC Blue Water Project Leadership and Community Action Grants Announced...
2017.03.22
RBC Board of Directors to engage with shareholders and other stakeholders on proxy access
he Board of Directors of Royal Bank of Canada ("RY" on TSX and NYSE) issued the following statement today:...
2017.03.20
Canadians Remain Conflicted About Our Most Precious Natural Resource: Fresh Water
Today, as Canada Water Week kicks off across the country, RBC released its 10th annual Canadian Water Attitudes Study-an in-depth examination of how Canadians think, feel, and act in regard to our fresh water. The story that has emerged is both complex and enlightening. On one hand, it confirms how much Canadians value our water and how integral our lakes and rivers are to our national identity; on the other, it reveals a troubling carelessness with a resource Canadians still consider unlimited in its abundance....
2017.03.10
Canadian economy picking up steam in 2017 – RBC Economics
The Canadian economy is showing strength in employment, housing starts and a rebound in energy investment according to the latest RBC Economic Outlook report....
2017.03.09
Royal Bank of Canada to repurchase up to 30 million of its common shares
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) ("RY" on TSX and NYSE) today announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) have approved its normal course issuer bid to purchase, for cancellation, up to 30,000,000 of its common shares....
2017.03.09
Banks and Insurance Companies Announce Canadian Business Growth Fund of up to $1B
Canada's leading banks and insurance companies today announced their intent to create a fund to invest up to $1 billion in Canadian businesses over the next decade to bolster growth and innovation....
2017.03.08
In Celebration of International Women’s Day, Women of Influence Launches the Call for Nominations for the 25TH Annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards
RBC and Women of Influence are announcing the call for nominations for the 2017 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards (CWEA)....
2017.03.08
Royal Bank of Canada Management Proxy Circular now available
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today announced it has filed its Notice of Annual Meeting of Common Shareholders and Management Proxy Circular for 2017...
2017.03.07
RBC and CAF select jury for 19th annual Canadian Painting Competition
Seven respected members of the Canadian visual arts community have been selected by RBC and the Canadian Art Foundation to serve as the jury for the 19th annual RBC Canadian Painting Competition....
2017.03.07
RBC first Canadian bank to launch Interac e-Transfer® using Siri
New RBC Mobile app capability further strengthens RBC's market leading position in the payments and mobile space ...
2017.03.06
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. announces February sales results for RBC Funds, PH&N Funds and BlueBay Funds
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. today announced February mutual fund net sales of $1.9 billion. ...
2017.03.02
Stay a step ahead: RBC gives tips to be cyber smart
Technology has made lives easier, connecting people and businesses in an unprecedented ways. ...
2017.03.01
RBC releases 2016 Corporate Citizenship Report and Public Accountability Statement
The 2016 RBC Corporate Citizenship Report and Public Accountability Statement are now available online on www.rbc.com....
2017.02.24
RBC announces Senior Executive Changes
Royal Bank of Canada today announced that Jennifer Tory, currently Group Head Personal & Commercial Bank (P&CB) will assume the role of Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). Neil McLaughlin, currently Executive Vice President, Business Financial Services, P&CB will become Group Head P&CB, replacing Ms. Tory....
2017.02.24
Royal Bank of Canada declares dividends
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) announced today that its board of directors declared an increase to its quarterly common share dividend of four cents per share, or five per cent, to 87 cents per share,...
2017.02.24
Royal Bank of Canada reports first quarter 2017 results
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) today reported net income of $3,027 million for the first quarter ended January 31, 2017, up $580 million or 24% from a year ago....
2017.02.23
RBC Canadian Painting Competition Welcomes 2017 Submissions
Next generation of Canadian painters invited to submit work for 19th annual competition...
2017.02.14
When the dots don’t connect: Canadians living longer in retirement but preparing less – RBC poll
Canadian Boomers aged 55+ are now facing a new reality - a retirement that could last for 30 years....
2017.02.07
RBC employees and retirees raise record funds to help Canadian communities prosper
Whether it's volunteering in local programs or contributing financially, RBC employees have a long-standing tradition of giving back to communities. ...
2017.02.07
Canadian pension assets move higher in 2016: RBC Investor & Treasury Services
Canadian defined benefit pension plans closed out 2016 with an annual return of 6.8 per cent, up from 5.4 per cent in 2015, according to the $650 billion RBC Investor & Treasury Services All Plan Universe, the industry...
2017.02.06
RBC captures more than a dozen wealth management wins at 2017 Euromoney awards
For an outstanding 10th consecutive year, Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) captured top honours for private banking services in Canada in the 2017 Euromoney Private Banking and Wealth Management Survey. In addition to this achievement, RBC received 14 first-place awards at the annual event. ...
2017.02.06
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. announces January sales results for RBC Funds, PH&N Funds and Bluebay Funds
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. today announced January mutual fund net sales of $1.1 billion. Long-term funds had net sales of $1.1 billion and money market funds had net redemptions of $23 million. Assets under management increased by 0.4 percent....
2017.02.03
RBC announces 30 Black History Month Student Essay Competition scholarship winners
As Canada prepares to celebrate its 150th birthday, RBC asked high school students to reflect on the contribution of black Canadians over the past 150 years and what future generations can learn from them....
2017.02.02
RBC to announce first quarter results on February 24, 2017
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) will release its first quarter results for 2017 on February 24, 2017. Information related to RBC...
2017.01.31
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. named Morningstar Steward of the Year
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. (RBC GAM Inc.) has been named Steward of the Year by Morningstar Canada ®....
2017.01.31
Legacy in limbo? RBC Wealth Management research shows only 22 per cent of high net worth Canadians have an inheritance plan
When it comes to giving and receiving wealth, most high net worth (HNW) Canadians are woefully unprepared to transfer their inheritance, with less than one-in-four having a full plan in place....
2017.01.30
Canadian holiday season shoppers overspend again, planning cutbacks in 2017: RBC poll
Canadian shoppers overspent once again this past holiday season - and did so in much higher numbers than last year...
2017.01.27
Royal Bank of Canada announces specific share repurchase program as part of its Normal Course Issuer Bid
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) ("RY" on TSX and NYSE) today announced that the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX") has accepted RBC...
2017.01.25
NextAI Announces Founding Partners and Initial Commitment of $5M+ to Build Canada’s AI Ecosystem
New program for AI entrepreneurs will launch in February with financial support and mentorship from leading Canadian companies...
2017.01.24
RBC Insurance poll finds Canadians lack awareness of Seg Funds’ benefits
As Canadians review their financial plans and make investment decisions ahead of the RRSP deadline, they lack awareness of a solution to help them plan for retirement....
2017.01.19
RBC recognized as ‘Best Trade Finance Provider in Canada’ for fifth consecutive year by Global Finance magazine
Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE) (RBC) has been named ‘Best Trade Finance Provider in Canada’ for the fifth consecutive year by emGlobal Finance/em magazine. This award exemplifies RBC’s cross-platform collaboration and commitment to ensuring services, technology and global expertise that support clients’ international trade finance requirements....
2017.01.18
RBC Research engages top machine learning experts to bring reinforcement learning to the forefront of banking
Following recent investments in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, RBC today announced Dr. Richard S. Sutton, one of the modern day pioneers of AI, as head academic advisor to RBC Research......
2017.01.12
Looking for future Olympic stars with RBC Training Ground
More locations, more sport associations, more athletes have the chance to chase their Olympic dreams...
2017.01.11
Multi-year RBC Insurance research shows long term disability claims linked to GDP
RBC Insurance Group LTD Forecast can help businesses plan for LTD claims and proactively support employees...
2017.01.06
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. announces December sales results for RBC Funds, PH&N Funds and BlueBay Funds
RBC Global Asset Management Inc. today announced December mutual fund net sales of $874 million. Long-term funds had net sales of $883 million and money market funds had net redemptions of $8 million. Assets under management increased by 1.1 per cent....
2017.01.05
2017 RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards open call for nominations
Canadian Immigrant magazine is pleased to invite nominations for the ninth annual RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Awards. The 2017 awards will be extra special this year as winners will be announced in time to celebrate Canada’s 150th birthday, a momentous occasion in the history of a nation built by immigrants....
2017.01.03
Dave McKay of RBC to speak at RBC Capital Markets 2017 Canadian Bank CEO Conference
Dave McKay, president and chief executive officer of Royal Bank of Canada (RY on TSX and NYSE), is scheduled to speak at the RBC Capital Markets Canadian Bank CEO Conference on January 10, 2017, from 8:35 a.m. to 9:10 a.m. (EST) in Toronto....
