Q: SVR is up strongly in last couple weeks. Is it a good time to buy for a two year old or do u have a better suggestion?
Investment Q&A
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iShares S&P/TSX Canadian Preferred Share Index ETF (CPD $13.58)
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iShares Convertible Bond Index ETF (CVD $18.32)
Q: Today you responded to a question comparing CVD to CPD. You discussed the potential capital gains of both, but you did not compare their income. Income from CPD is treated as dividends, and so takes advantage of the dividend tax credit. It occurred to me that CVD distributions would be treated strictly as income and so would not be as tax efficient as the income of CPD in a non-registered account. So would you agree that to maximize income, CPD would be be the best choice? Thank you.
Q: Hi team, in the growth portfolio I am overweight with IWO, about 14% and down 10%. My thoughts last year were to possibly take advantage of a drop in the CA $. That strategy didn't work. Should I sell some and how much or hold?
Thanks for the good advice.
Thanks for the good advice.
Q: Hi, I’m a young professional and just getting started in ETF/stock investing. I’m hoping that you can recommend one Canadian ETF, one international ETF and one stock (preferably one of the big banks or another high dividend paying option). My risk tolerance is medium considering that I may want to sell in 1-3 years for a down payment on a house. Thanks!
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iShares S&P/TSX Canadian Preferred Share Index ETF (CPD $13.58)
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iShares Convertible Bond Index ETF (CVD $18.32)
Q: You had recently mentioned that you prefer CVD over CPD currently. Can you please explain the difference between the two and why you prefer CVD at this time.
Thank you
Thank you
Q: I hold XHY and XSH in my wife's RRSP. Which of the above would you prefer as an addition? I notice CVD is thinly traded compared to CPD. Another option would be to add to XHY to bring it to a seven percent weighting. Thank you.
Q: BMO EQUAL WEIGHT US BKS INDEX ETF symbol ZBK. What are your thoughts on this ETF? I currently own this ETF .
Dolores
Dolores
Q: Hi,
XHY has increased just over 10% over the last 2 months and seems to be continuing its positive growth. Do you see this continuing?
XHY has increased just over 10% over the last 2 months and seems to be continuing its positive growth. Do you see this continuing?
Q: In my Qtrade account, under history, I get the entry "RTN OF CAP" every few months on equites such as VUN (an ETF). Can you tell me what this signifies? There is no cash or share values under the same entry.
Q: Hi,
I recently opened an RESP account for my daughter and am looking for advice on a few ETFs to purchase that provide some long term growth potential, while being appropriately diversified.
Given that i an just starting to save in this account, I'm starting from a small balance, roughly $2,000, i would prefer to only purchase a couple ETFs to limit transaction costs. I have a relatively long time horizon (18 years).
Thanks
I recently opened an RESP account for my daughter and am looking for advice on a few ETFs to purchase that provide some long term growth potential, while being appropriately diversified.
Given that i an just starting to save in this account, I'm starting from a small balance, roughly $2,000, i would prefer to only purchase a couple ETFs to limit transaction costs. I have a relatively long time horizon (18 years).
Thanks
Q: What US ETFs would you recommend for growth at reasonable risk? I own most of the stocks in your balanced portfolio but about a third of my portfolio is in US$. Not knowing enough about US stocks I think I would probably do better to sell most of them and buy ETFs. I already own XHE.
Q: Someone suggest XAW (iShares Core MSCI All Country World ex Canada Index ETF ) for 50% of the investment portfolio. This ETF includes 54% US stock and the remaining in International stock excluding Canada. In your opinion, for a large investment amount, will one single ETF work well for the investors? If not, what other ETF should be added to benefit from the better US economy? Please comment and suggest.
Q: What do think of XCD - iShares S&P Global Consumer Discretionary Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) as a way to gain some global diversification without currency risk? Do you think this sector will do well in the next 3-5 years?
Q: Hi Peter & Ryan, which of these two etf's would you prefer at this time? CPD or CVD. Thanks, Mario.
Q: What is the differences between HVU and HUV? I'm bearish towards the markets and looking for something to buy for a short term holding period of 2-4 months as added insurance. Any other recommendations? Thanks
Q: I have a lot of bank stocks that I have been accumulated with the dividend
reinvestment plan over the last 30 years. I do not want to sell them because it would trigger a large capital gain, besides it is adding up to a lot of dividends, with I will use in my retirement. Yes, Yes I know that I am overweight in that sector. I want to protect myself on a down turn, and don't pike the puts , because the premiums are so high.I was thinking about the huv etf, I don't fully understand it, is there "time decay" as there is with leveraged etfs.Do you think that this product will suite my goals, and or do you have any other idea's that would protect me on the downside?
thank-you and have a nice day
reinvestment plan over the last 30 years. I do not want to sell them because it would trigger a large capital gain, besides it is adding up to a lot of dividends, with I will use in my retirement. Yes, Yes I know that I am overweight in that sector. I want to protect myself on a down turn, and don't pike the puts , because the premiums are so high.I was thinking about the huv etf, I don't fully understand it, is there "time decay" as there is with leveraged etfs.Do you think that this product will suite my goals, and or do you have any other idea's that would protect me on the downside?
thank-you and have a nice day
Q: I have a small position in XGD. Would this be your fav Canadian gold etf. Also, is there a precious metals ETF you could recommend?
Thanks GUY R.
Thanks GUY R.
Q: CPD has been slowly rising since hitting $11.13 on February 25 but it is still down 20% from its 52 week high of $15.33. What are your thoughts on this ETF?
Q: Hi 5i team,
I have a 3 month old son and have opened him up an RESP. Can I get your opinion on what 2-3 stocks you would invest in that provide decent income (in the form of a dividend), and are relatively safe knowing that he will need the money in 18 years. I was thinking of playing it more conservative, but I have been contemplating taking a shot at something with a good growth potential.
Thanks so much.
I have a 3 month old son and have opened him up an RESP. Can I get your opinion on what 2-3 stocks you would invest in that provide decent income (in the form of a dividend), and are relatively safe knowing that he will need the money in 18 years. I was thinking of playing it more conservative, but I have been contemplating taking a shot at something with a good growth potential.
Thanks so much.
Q: In your perspective which would be the best India ETF to buy and or the best individual India stock to buy?
Thanks.
Thanks.