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iShares Core S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index ETF (XIC $44.36)
- $44.36 P/E (TTM): 5.95X Cap: $18.06B
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iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index ETF (XIU $41.86)
- $41.86 P/E (TTM): 14.6X Cap: $17.59B
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Q: As a follow up to my previous question, in which you suggested the following ETFs: VIU, XIU and ZSP as a way to save 10% of my income for retirement, do you prefer XIU over XIC for retirement investments over a 20 year span. If so, why? Thank you again for your great service.

Asked by Bill on April 30, 2025

5i Research Answer:

We typically suggest XIC, as it is a capped index and thus there is a bit less securities...

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