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Q: Which one do you prefer for international exposure?
Read Answer Asked by David C. on February 04, 2025
Q: I would like to increase my investments in foreign, but non-USA situs, companies, by buying ADRs (as my estate would be subject to US estate taxes). Currently, I have smallish positions in NVO (NovoNordisk; Danish) and ALC (Alcon; Swiss), which I am planning to add to. However, I would like to invest in up to three additional ADRs. My approach to investing (over the past 3 decades) is very long term buy & hold (indefinite holds, to bequeath to future generations), so I am aiming for high-quality companies. Can you perhaps provide your thoughts on NVO and ALC, as well as suggest up to 5 additional ADRs for consideration? (I'm not a fan of tobacco or gaming stocks, but generally open to wide spectrum of ideas.)

Ted
Read Answer Asked by Ted on February 03, 2025
Q: EVVTY is down 7% this morning. It just keeps getting cheaper and cheaper but fundamentally the company seems very strong with a few issues its been handling. But the earnings this morning looked good, a small miss on rev but EPS beat. I'm thinking the pullback is more about mgmt's comments and expected margin decrease. They increased the div and are buying back more shares, and debt free. Is this more attractive now or do the continued negative issues and mgmt comments still make this a company to stay away from? Thx
Read Answer Asked by Adam on January 30, 2025
Q: hi, what would be your current top ETF for China, and why? also, if you were to buy individual China stocks today, which ones would you be looking at ( I assume on the US exchanges?)?
cheers, Chris
Read Answer Asked by chris on January 29, 2025
Q: Hi Guys

It seems the pressure to increase spending on defense in Europe is overwhelming. One assumes that European nations would much rather spend that money with European defense companies versus US ones. Can you give me your 3 best European defense companies., preferably with US listings. And if possible could you give a statement of how these companies compare to major US defense companies like RTX.

Much thanks

Stuart
Read Answer Asked by Stuart on January 27, 2025
Q: Can you recommend some global ETF's in both USD and CAD?
Read Answer Asked by Wes on January 24, 2025
Q: there have not been any questions for quite some time

your previous comments were not very favorable

the sp peaked in may and has come off considerably. i would think that oil shipments would be robust given geopolitical turmoil

what is your current view

also, how is a plc taxed in a cash account and tfsa

thank you

Read Answer Asked by JACK on January 08, 2025
Q: I'm looking for a way to invest in Korea given its long term prospects vs the short-term volatility and negativity due to the political events happening in the country. When I look at the RSI for this ETF it's at 30 which indicates it's becoming highly oversold.

I realise Korea growth is forecasted to be slower than the US but I'm looking for a bit of geographical diversification.

Any good ETFs to suggest to play this investment thesis?
Read Answer Asked by Cathy on January 02, 2025
Q: Since Milei was elected in Argentina a year ago, there has been some economic revival. Is Argentina now an attractive investment?
Read Answer Asked by James on December 16, 2024
Q: good morning:
if you were going to start buying a etf today that had low costs [mer] in canadian dollars and invested outside of canada and paid a decent dividend which 5 would you look at? can be small cap, european, etc
Read Answer Asked by hans on December 12, 2024
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