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Q: Good morning,
What are your thoughts on ZID or some other India ETF or mutual fund for added global exposure in my grand chldren's RESP? The twins are only four years old and other holdings in the RESP are CDZ (33%), MAW 104 (26%)and MAW150 (26%). I've just sold ZRE (13%)and was thinking of replacing this with ZID which I recognize adds more risk to the portfolio, but may well continue go higher given India's long term growth potential. I currently hold ZID in my own personal non reg acct and although it has done well, I was wondering if this ETF was suitable for a RESP or should I opt for a more global ETF or mutual fund. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Francesco on February 02, 2015
Q: Are you still OK with EWH? I bought it about 14 months ago and I must be up around 37% straight dollars and I suppose 42% with the currency fluctuations. I read in the paper how the economy is imploding in China and the banking sector is a looming disaster, with the banks over extended, so I am wondering if there is any truth to all the negative news. I have a 3% weighting in EWH and it is my only Asian exposure.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by James on January 30, 2015
Q: Hi Peter and 5i team, We saw how U.S. markets have rallied thanks to Fed's QE program. Can we expect a similar stock market rally in Europe thanks to ECB's $1.2 trillion stimulus package? If so what's a good way to play it. Any ETF that you would recommend?
Read Answer Asked by RAJITH on January 30, 2015
Q: Good day, I have had this European ETF for just over a year and it hasn't done very much, but is now up 5%. I assume due to the stimulus packages. It is only 2.5% of my portfolio. Should I be looking at other International diversification somewhere else, or would you keep this as part of a balanced portfolio. I do also have TD International Index - eTDB911, which also has some European and Asian exposure.
Read Answer Asked by Colin on January 29, 2015
Q: What are your thoughts on First Trust Aberdeen Global Opportunity Fund FAM for income ?
Read Answer Asked by Keith on January 29, 2015
Q: For my US account, i am thinking of buying a large energy company. CEO is down 32% from sept 14, BP down 34%, CVX down 22
I think they will all recover, and i believe CEO has the most upside to return to $200.00 Would you agree or recommend some better name.
Thanks, LC
Read Answer Asked by Luc on January 27, 2015
Q: Hi 5I
I've tried in vain to understand IRE delisting (ADR's)from NY. I am with a discount broker (BMO) and I hold 1200 shares. I don't know if I can continue to hold the shares in kind at BMO (ADR'S) or do they get converted (or liquidated) and after 1 year can I continue to hold the converted security in the discounted brokerage.Excellent Site.
Thanks Bob
Read Answer Asked by bob on January 27, 2015
Q: I invest mostly in ETF's of foreign equities, but sold in Canada. Example XID. These are held in RRIF and TFSA accounts. If these are held for longer terms, is there any reason I should not purchase U.S. based ETF's instead? In an earlier question you recommended INDA and EPI rather than XID. What are the implications of holding US equities rather than ones based in Canada?
Read Answer Asked by Jim on January 26, 2015
Q: Adding to the question I sent a little while ago....I just found this:

http://www.bankofireland.com/fs/doc/wysiwyg/bank-of-ireland-nyse-delist-21-1-2015.pdf

They're delisting from the US!!!! Would you please tell me what should I do? Thanks so much!
Read Answer Asked by Silvia on January 26, 2015
Q: Hi team, Hopefully you can help me. Supposedly Ireland will be the fastest-growing economy in 2015 for the second consecutive year.

According to the Goodbody report, the Irish recovery is solid and based on strong domestic demand. After 5 years Ireland's budget deficit will dip to 3% from 32%. More on the link:

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/goodbody-ireland-once-again-europes-115939440.html

On top of that, Moody's upgraded deposit ratings of Bank of Ireland (not sure how important this would be).

Would've thought these were all good news and IRE would be up not down by almost 8%!! Any thoughts please.

Thank you!!
Read Answer Asked by Silvia on January 26, 2015
Q: could you please provide your current thoughts on this stock. It is an Indian company and manufactures generic drugs. Is it a good time to enter this stock. What should be the entry price? My other holdings in India are EPI and INFY.

Read Answer Asked by satish on January 26, 2015
Q: I realize this may be outside your coverage universe but here goes. I am initiating a position in ANFI. This Indian foods producer has plummeted and yet seems reasonable by all relevant metrics. Moreover they would seem to have some structural tail winds. They look like a true value proposition in a somewhat pricey equity environment. I see no cogent reason for a 50% loss in share value. Your thoughts are appreciated.
Read Answer Asked by Alex on January 23, 2015
Q: Hi Peter, would you be able to shed some light on this Fund? Is it an ETF, a MF? Is there a MER? Would you buy this for exposure to the growth in India? Jeff
Read Answer Asked by Jeff on January 20, 2015
Q: Hi Peter and team, recently I read an article on Bloomberg BusinessWeek about how India aims to be the next manufacturing super power under the vision of new Prime Minister Narendra Modi. According to the article hourly manufacturing labour cost in China is $3.52 compared with just $0.92 in India. Also the new prime minister is making reforms to streamline the process for global manufactures to set up manufacturing facilities in India. Are you bullish on the India's growth story going forward? Is XID is a good way to get exposure to India's growth? What other ETF s available to get a good exposure to India?
Read Answer Asked by RAJITH on January 19, 2015
Q: Hi 5i Team,

If you were to bet on a stabilization of oil prices and a slight increase later in 2015, which of the following stocks would you buy: Chevron (CVX), British Petroleum (BP) or Royal Dutch Shell (RDS.B).

Many thanks!

Michel
Read Answer Asked by Michel L on January 18, 2015
Q: An interesting article in the Globe suggesting Indonesia could be rising now like China was in the 80s. Do you have an opinion on this? Can you recommend an ETF for Indonesia? Can you suggest any direct investment ideas? Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Michael on January 18, 2015
Q: Is there an etf on the Toronto or US stock market to participate on the Shangai index?

What the difference between the Hang Seng an Shangai stock Market?

To wich of these markets are related xch and zch?

Regards
Read Answer Asked by Claude on January 09, 2015
Q: Seems like India has done very well and the preamble I hear seems to suggest that the same will happen going forward. I understand Prem Watsa is opening an India Fund, and there are the excel funds. Should I consider either of these or perhaps a couple of blue chips india stocks. What are your thoughts. I also would have the same question about investing in Vietnam, Thailand & Indonesia. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Maureen on January 09, 2015
Q: Hi Peter & team, SAN was halted and now is back trading. They announced a Priv. Placement of Senior Notes. Would you consider SAN a buy?
Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Silvia on January 08, 2015
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