Q: I am looking for a safe haven for cash. ZTL bond ETF appears to do well in a market downturn. Your opinion on it, and any other suggestions?
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Q: Hi Group Ronald asked a question on Physical gold bullion within the question was a statement that paper gold and silver will become worthless? you appeared to agree with this . Did I read that correctly should we only hold gold bullion to be 100% safe please explain I own the following AEM, FNV, MAG,GDXJ, GDX, WDO, EQX, SIL, USA please advise to hold or sell /convert to gold bullion/physical gold only Thanks
Q: I had a GIC come due last week in my RRIF, which is managed by an advisor.
They advised buying a bond fund, Dynamic Edge Conservative Class A, MER is 1.89%. What do you think about this fund, it is a fund of funds?
What would you suggest ( for a senior) as an alternative. The amount $30,000.00. The GIC rate is about 1%.
I value your opinion.
Shirley
I really value your advice, as I am a senior
They advised buying a bond fund, Dynamic Edge Conservative Class A, MER is 1.89%. What do you think about this fund, it is a fund of funds?
What would you suggest ( for a senior) as an alternative. The amount $30,000.00. The GIC rate is about 1%.
I value your opinion.
Shirley
I really value your advice, as I am a senior
Q: I read this is an article from Matterhorn Asset Management:
"Your best friend and protector in this ignominious company of bubble assets and falling currencies are precious metals in the form of physical gold and silver.
But please ignore PAPER gold and silver (including ETFs) which one day will be worthless."
I hold both both of these funds in approximately equal percentages. Should holding my precious metals via Sprott alleviate any concerns I should have about the investment becoming "worthless"?
"Your best friend and protector in this ignominious company of bubble assets and falling currencies are precious metals in the form of physical gold and silver.
But please ignore PAPER gold and silver (including ETFs) which one day will be worthless."
I hold both both of these funds in approximately equal percentages. Should holding my precious metals via Sprott alleviate any concerns I should have about the investment becoming "worthless"?
Q: What are your thoughts on Ark's innovation ETF. They've had an amazing couple of years, what kind of risk comes with their gains?
Q: What are your thoughts on ONLN ETF. Would you recommend holding the ETF or do you prefer another one in the same sector? Is there ETF in CDN dollars.
Thanks for the great service
Hector
Thanks for the great service
Hector
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iShares Russell 2000 Growth ETF (IWO $330.69)
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iShares Core S&P 500 Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (XSP $70.25)
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Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (VFV $170.28)
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Vanguard U.S. Dividend Appreciation Index ETF (VGG $103.66)
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SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY $682.06)
Q: I need to increase my us exposure, any suggestions for etf in non-registered, 5-10 horizon?
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BMO High Yield US Corporate Bond Hedged to CAD Index ETF (ZHY $11.20)
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iShares U.S. High Yield Bond Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (XHY $16.74)
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iShares iBoxx USD High Yield Corporate Bond ETF (HYG $80.80)
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VanEck Vectors Fallen Angel High Yield Bond ETF (ANGL $29.53)
Q: I am planning to allocate ~4% of my total investment portfolio (16% of my total fixed income allocation) to a high-yield bond ETF (within an RRSP) with a long time frame. Please comment on more mainstream selections like ZHY and HYG vs something like ANGL.
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BMO US High Dividend Covered Call ETF (ZWH $24.94)
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BMO MSCI USA High Quality Index ETF (ZUQ.F $58.13)
Q: I have most of my u.s. in these 2 etf. Given that there might be a shift to value investing,which might indicate $ moving out of information tech,would you change or moderate any thing with regards to this set up? Zuq has a lot of tech holdings and could be a concern. Thanx.
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BMO MSCI Emerging Markets Index ETF (ZEM $28.06)
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iShares Core MSCI Emerging Markets IMI Index ETF (XEC $37.06)
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Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap Index ETF (VEE $46.33)
Q: Thoughts on XEC and another recommendation in this investment area? Thanks...
Q: Good morning, I am looking to invest in Amazon, but if I was to buy 5 shares, what would be more than US$15,000 and represent 15% holding. What would an alternative way to invest as I assume this is too large of a position, even for Amazon.
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Dynamic Active Global Dividend ETF (DXG $78.79)
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RBC Global Dividend Growth Fund Series A (RBF565 $25.81)
Q: What do you think of this as a global fund (ex. Canada) and are there better choices to consider?
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Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC $86.02)
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Bitcoin Fund The (QBTC.U $106.33)
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Bitcoin Fund The (QBTC $148.87)
Q: Hi there,
What is the best way to invest in BTC and ETH, without directly investing in the crypto itself? Please suggest US and Canadian funds if possible.
Thanks!
What is the best way to invest in BTC and ETH, without directly investing in the crypto itself? Please suggest US and Canadian funds if possible.
Thanks!
Q: Could you tell me what is the difference between these 2 companies and what is your opinion for the best one for the Bitcoin space Thanks
Q: Hi team,
What do you think of this recently created ETF ?
It looks good to cover Covid-19 vaccines, but also other epidemics diseases after the present pandemic. Any better ideas ?
Gratefully,
Jacques ID
What do you think of this recently created ETF ?
It looks good to cover Covid-19 vaccines, but also other epidemics diseases after the present pandemic. Any better ideas ?
Gratefully,
Jacques ID
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iShares Core MSCI All Country World ex Canada Index ETF (XAW $52.04)
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Vanguard Growth ETF Portfolio (VGRO $43.00)
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Vanguard All-Equity ETF Portfolio (VEQT $54.09)
Q: Hi,
My kids are all about 30 years old and have most of their retirement investments in equities with some bonds, e.g. VGRO.
Given the poor expectations for bonds, is it reasonable to move to all equities?
If so, which ETFs would you recommended? I was thinking VEQT or XAW?
Thanks
My kids are all about 30 years old and have most of their retirement investments in equities with some bonds, e.g. VGRO.
Given the poor expectations for bonds, is it reasonable to move to all equities?
If so, which ETFs would you recommended? I was thinking VEQT or XAW?
Thanks
Q: Do you have any recommendations on safe ETFs to park some CAD and USD that will be needed in the next 1-2 months and earn a little yield?
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Tesla Inc. (TSLA $456.56)
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BlackRock Science and Technology Trust of Beneficial Interest (BST $44.07)
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BlackRock Science and Technology Term Trust of Beneficial Interest (BSTZ $22.92)
Q: Hi gang what’s is the difference between this two funds? Is this wouldn’t be a buy ? Why? Thanks
Alnoor
Alnoor
Q: Greetings 5i Team,
Is there any ETF that you could suggest,for crypto currency both in Canada and US. Or what is the best way to get some exposure in to this crypto market.
Thank you
Ravi.
Is there any ETF that you could suggest,for crypto currency both in Canada and US. Or what is the best way to get some exposure in to this crypto market.
Thank you
Ravi.
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iShares 1-5 Year Laddered Corporate Bond Index ETF (CBO $18.66)
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iShares U.S. High Yield Bond Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (XHY $16.74)
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Vanguard Canadian Short-Term Corporate Bond Index ETF (VSC $24.47)
Q: I intend to increase the "very safe part" of my portfolios with fixed income ETFs, is a mix of corporate and government bond ETF a good choice with this objective or any other suggestion ? I suppose that longer term bond ETF would be more risky if rates do increase ?