Q: The ETF ZEQ has a yield of 2.09%. If I understand, there are withholding taxes of 15% on foreign dividends. Is this included in that yield of 2.09%? If not, then what I get in my account is 1.77%?
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Q: Hi- which CDN $ non hedged European equity ETF's would you recommend and what are there total expense rations and yields. Would you recommend buying before or after the Brexit vote?
Thanks.
Thanks.
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BMO Europe High Dividend Covered Call Hedged to CAD ETF (ZWE $20.65)
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BMO US High Dividend Covered Call ETF (ZWH $24.40)
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iShares S&P/TSX Canadian Dividend Aristocrats Index ETF (CDZ $39.70)
Q: I've been considering a 3-ETF portfolio composed of the following.
35% CDZ
45% ZWH
25% ZWE
Comments please.
35% CDZ
45% ZWH
25% ZWE
Comments please.
Q: Hi Folks
With jitters in Europe regarding Brexit, would this be a good time to initiate a position in ZWE. Yield is close to 8%. How secure do you consider the dividend?
Thanks again
Guy R.
With jitters in Europe regarding Brexit, would this be a good time to initiate a position in ZWE. Yield is close to 8%. How secure do you consider the dividend?
Thanks again
Guy R.
Q: If Brexit happens, I suspect ETFs like FEZ and EZU will take quite a hit (they already are). If that happens do you think these 2 would be good to pick up at bargain rates? Are there other ones you would prefer?
thanks,
Paul
thanks,
Paul
Q: Could you give me a break down on the recent filing. How will this impact the overall balance sheet? (Notification according to chapter 9, section 5 and 6 of the Securities Market Act: BlackRock Inc.'s holding in Metso.) Could you also comment on a fair entry point based on the total exposure of this investment. Last... Do you see this affecting the dividend at all? Thank you Jason
Q: Hola amigos. Is there an index fund, ETF or mutual fund that I can buy to invest in Mexico?
Q: could i have your opinion, aegon on the newyork stock exchange
Q: Can I have your thoughts on Frontline. It is on an upswing lately and shows a 15% dividend which is usually a red flag. In looking at the stock could you justify a "BUY"?
Thanks,
Thanks,
Q: I am still researching the US for additional opportunities & would like your advise on the 5 companies as listed. I am aware of certain similarities between SAP & KXS with respect to their Cloud collectivity modules & firmly believe this will become the wave of the future for thousands of large & diversified corporations in the foreseeable future. Recognizing however your sometime reluctance to comment on US entities, I would nevertheless appreciate your comments & guidance. Thank you.
Q: I know this is way out of your field of expertise, Singapore no less, but I'm trying to diversify internationally and it's very hard to find info on Jardine Matheson (JMHLY for the ADR). Do you have any info about the company on your Bloomberg terminal? Thanks for whatever assistance you can provide.
Robert
Robert
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iShares MSCI EAFE Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (XIN $40.43)
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iShares S&P/TSX Canadian Dividend Aristocrats Index ETF (CDZ $39.70)
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Vanguard FTSE Canada All Cap Index ETF (VCN $60.88)
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Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap Index ETF (VEE $44.21)
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Vanguard U.S. Dividend Appreciation Index ETF (VGG $101.33)
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Vanguard U.S. Total Market Index ETF (VUN $122.43)
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Vanguard U.S. Dividend Appreciation Index ETF (CAD-hedged) (VGH $68.20)
Q: I am currently moving some of my portfolio from stocks to ETF's. I want only a plain vanilla flavoured portfolio. I have been going through your questions and answers regarding ETF's, and given the diversity of situations and dates, I am getting a little confused. i wonder if you could suggest the best for broad canada, broad U.S., and international?
thanks
thanks
Q: I hold ETFs that track the S&P500, TSX and the All Cap Ex NA index, both hedged and non-hedged. I'm considering adding an emerging market ETF but I'm concerned about the heavy China weighted that most such ETFs have. Your advice would be appreciated. In particular, can you suggest one that has a lower China weighting?
Q: Could you please comment on this ETF. I have held CWW for about 5 years and done well but am wondering what, if any, other approach you would take to replacing this investment in the water related sector? Many thanks.
Q: Baba dropped 7% yesterday b/c of sec investigation for accounting questions.
Should I hang in or is this a buying opportunity?
Is this a stock you would buy.?
Should I hang in or is this a buying opportunity?
Is this a stock you would buy.?
Q: Hi Peter and Ryan
I have held HSBC for several years and am down about 40%. It is in a registered account and provides a good dividend. I have some US cash in the account and am considering adding to it. Do you think the dividend is sustainable?Do you think this is a worthwhile move? I realize you don't cover ADRs but your opinion would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for all you do.
Gary
I have held HSBC for several years and am down about 40%. It is in a registered account and provides a good dividend. I have some US cash in the account and am considering adding to it. Do you think the dividend is sustainable?Do you think this is a worthwhile move? I realize you don't cover ADRs but your opinion would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for all you do.
Gary
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BMO Europe High Dividend Covered Call Hedged to CAD ETF (ZWE $20.65)
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BMO International Dividend ETF (ZDI $27.48)
Q: good morning , if you had to pick one or two european ETFs that pays a dividend , what would it be? thanks.
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iShares S&P/TSX Global Gold Index ETF (XGD $45.66)
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iShares S&P Global Consumer Discretionary Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (XCD $62.30)
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BMO Equal Weight REITs Index ETF (ZRE $22.04)
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BMO Equal Weight Utilities Index ETF (ZUT $26.25)
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BMO Equal Weight Banks Index ETF (ZEB $51.92)
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BMO Equal Weight Oil & Gas Index ETF (ZEO $79.04)
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iShares Global Healthcare Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (XHC $66.36)
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iShares NASDAQ 100 Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (XQQ $60.00)
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iShares S&P Global Industrials Index ETF(CAD-Hedged) (XGI $61.04)
Q: I read with interest your recent article in the Post and was intrigued by the comment that research shows 90% of portfolio returns come from sector allocation - if a person wanted to take advantage of that, in a simple, easy to manage and inexpensive way (ignoring taxes for the moment) what would be your view be on an approach where one's equity component of their portfolio consisted entirely of a number of ETF's with each one of the ETF's focused on a particular sector, with a periodic (say quarterly) rebalancing? What specific ETF's would you suggest for such a portfolio? Thank you.
Q: Hello Peter and Team, What are thoughts about this ETF for a 3 year hold ? Thank you.
Q: If you could give me your thoughts on these 2 etf's RSX.US and FXI.US, as they seem to be cheap, and they pay a decent dividend. Russia seems to be a play on energy and going through a recession, and China a play on manufacturing, also slowing down, can these two countries be added to a portfolio for growth long term(5-10years)? Your thoughts! Also will I have to pay 15% withholding to the Americans for these 2 country specific ETF's, and is their a way to avoid paying the Americans dividend withholding for other country specific ETF's?