Q: Peter, my workplace DCPP holdings are already well-diversified but I have some accumulated cash to place. Our investment options are quite limited. As between three broad-based funds, a Canadian, a US and an International, which one would you be inclined to see the best return for - over, say, a 5 year period? Thanks for the great service!
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Q: Hi,
I am looking to add more income to my portfolio. Currently own XCB and VSB and some cash that I want to deploy into another ETF. Which income etf's would you recommend to add or would you simply add to the existing holdings?
Thank you
I am looking to add more income to my portfolio. Currently own XCB and VSB and some cash that I want to deploy into another ETF. Which income etf's would you recommend to add or would you simply add to the existing holdings?
Thank you
Q: Hello 5i team,
What would be a good Canadian preferred shares ETF with a decent dividend?
Thanks,
Andrew
What would be a good Canadian preferred shares ETF with a decent dividend?
Thanks,
Andrew
Q: Hello 5i team
Like many others I am in the process of re-balancing as we move into the new year. I feel I am well diversified with one glaring omission which is my ex Canada and US holdings.
Could you help me out? I'm looking for an etf that is strong and stable and covers the rest of the world.
Thanks
Like many others I am in the process of re-balancing as we move into the new year. I feel I am well diversified with one glaring omission which is my ex Canada and US holdings.
Could you help me out? I'm looking for an etf that is strong and stable and covers the rest of the world.
Thanks
Q: If I believe TSX and US Indices are overvalued and will decline in near future.
is there an ETF that I can invest in based on this view.
is there an ETF that I can invest in based on this view.
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Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX $44.35)
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Lundin Mining Corporation (LUN $15.82)
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BMO Equal Weight Global Base Metals Hedged to CAD Index ETF (ZMT $78.00)
Q: I own ZMT but don't notice much upside. Are direct mining holdings, such as the ones mentioned or others, be a bettter investment? What about cyclical considerations?
Your input is appreciated!
Your input is appreciated!
Q: In the REIT sector I currently own ZRE & XRE. I am moving my REITS to my RRSP due to the tax implications ( ie no Dividend Tax Credit ). 1)
1) What are you favourite investments in this sector ?
2) Do you see a need to own individual REITS as opposed to an ETF?
Thank you.
Paul
1) What are you favourite investments in this sector ?
2) Do you see a need to own individual REITS as opposed to an ETF?
Thank you.
Paul
Q: What is the best way to invest in US healthcare in a diversified portfolio seeing that they appear to be undervalued right now? Which ETFs/ stocks would you recommend?
Q: I know you dont advise on Russian Gas stocks, but what is the best way to invest in Russian markets in Canada. Is there an ETF that would focus on this or is there a Canadian stock as a proxy of Russian Gas
Q: Hi Gang,
I have a small portion of my portfolio in bonds (10%) and one of my bonds is up in a few weeks and was wondering your thoughts of where to put this money with rates going up eventually, would it make sense to find a floating bond fund?
Thanks
Anthony
I have a small portion of my portfolio in bonds (10%) and one of my bonds is up in a few weeks and was wondering your thoughts of where to put this money with rates going up eventually, would it make sense to find a floating bond fund?
Thanks
Anthony
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iShares 1-5 Year Laddered Corporate Bond Index ETF (CBO $18.47)
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iShares Core Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF (XBB $27.89)
Q: Hello 5i
I have been using Preferred shares as fixed income strategy but would like to ask for your recommendation on traditional bond ETF and a Mutual Fund. (volatility dampening and downside risk protection)
Can you comment on return expectation and whether one should just stay in cash instead of select a bond investment?
Is there another strategy or investment that may be a consideration for inclusion in a well diversified equity portfolio to accommodate volatility dampening like Government bonds are suppose to do(but do not like 0 or negative return)?
Thanks
Dave
I have been using Preferred shares as fixed income strategy but would like to ask for your recommendation on traditional bond ETF and a Mutual Fund. (volatility dampening and downside risk protection)
Can you comment on return expectation and whether one should just stay in cash instead of select a bond investment?
Is there another strategy or investment that may be a consideration for inclusion in a well diversified equity portfolio to accommodate volatility dampening like Government bonds are suppose to do(but do not like 0 or negative return)?
Thanks
Dave
Q: Please comment on the above ETF's from Horizons. Are they good long-term holds for income and capital gains in a balanced to conservative portfolio? Thanks.
Q: I have shares in XUU in order to get broad unhedged US exposure. This ETF is small with low liquidity, but has only minor bid/ask spreads with large number of shares available for trade. Do you have any concerns with the low liquidity? Is this a good ETF for US exposure?
Q: I have noticed that on TD's web broker that frequently a number of Canadian banks are making the new high list. Are you aware of any bank etf's that you would recommend and would you buy the etf at this time? With thanks, Bill
Q: is there investments for the Canadian markets that take advantage of volatility ,should the incoming US administration do some things that start to take down the TSX ? Thanks and have a super 2017
Q: I want to put some money in semiconductor stocks. Do you have a company name or ETF that you would recommend? thanks
Q: Hi 5i team,
My US portfolio is currently about 9% and consists of GOOG, FB, SBUX, GE, MCD, PM & DEO. I want to buy ETFs to bring the % up to around 20%. In a recent newspaper article about the high valuation of US stocks and possible volatility, the author recommended ZWH and ZPW instead of buying broad base market ETF.
What are your opinions of these two ETFs? Would they be useful tool to reduce risk while still participate in the US stock market if it goes up and also earn some dividends? Which one of the two is more effective or they should be employed as a pair? Many thanks.
My US portfolio is currently about 9% and consists of GOOG, FB, SBUX, GE, MCD, PM & DEO. I want to buy ETFs to bring the % up to around 20%. In a recent newspaper article about the high valuation of US stocks and possible volatility, the author recommended ZWH and ZPW instead of buying broad base market ETF.
What are your opinions of these two ETFs? Would they be useful tool to reduce risk while still participate in the US stock market if it goes up and also earn some dividends? Which one of the two is more effective or they should be employed as a pair? Many thanks.
Q: I would like to hold PFF in my US$ portfolio for at least one to two years in my RRSP. Do envision any serious risks by way of interest rates over this term?
Q: I'm interested in buying into the utility sector through an ETF. ZUT holds Canadian stocks and has a yield of 4.98%. 99% of the distribution are eligible dividends.
ZWU holds a mix of Canadian and US stocks with about 45% each of eligible dividends and ROC along with 10% foreign income. The yield is 6.64%.
If we factor in the DTC, there's not a lot of yield difference. What are the reasons for your choice of ETFs? Thanks
ZWU holds a mix of Canadian and US stocks with about 45% each of eligible dividends and ROC along with 10% foreign income. The yield is 6.64%.
If we factor in the DTC, there's not a lot of yield difference. What are the reasons for your choice of ETFs? Thanks
Q: Hello Gentlemen,
What is your opinion of MID.UN and XTR at this time !
Thank you
What is your opinion of MID.UN and XTR at this time !
Thank you