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Q: Half of my RIF focuses on steady, monthly income and the other half on individual stocks. To balance safety with higher income, I am looking to have equal weight in FIE and HMAX. As I rely on this monthly income, what do you think of this approach for long term holding? Can you suggest better alternatives?

Asked by Jean on December 19, 2025

5i Research Answer:

We have no issues with FIE or HMAX. The latter uses at the money options, so income is certainly...

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