Q: I am looking to diversify into US and International markets using Vanguard ETFs. Would you recommend purchasing Canadian Hedged or Non Hedged ETF?
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Q: Thanks for the great advice over the past year or so. I've done very well with BAD, CSU, MG, ESL, STN and VRX. Now I want to lock in some of that "paper" profit. Two questions: how do the safety of bonds compare to bond ETF's (or do you recommend another option)? Second, what bond ETF would you recommend,if capital preservation is the main priority? Thanks!
Q: A few questions about FXM and WXM, which are Morningstar's ETFs that follow a momentum and value style respectively. These have spectacular >20 year 'theoretical' ie. backtested records. Is this something that will likely beat the TSX in the future or are there usually problems with backtested mechanical strategies going forwards? Do they trade at a premium to NAV and where do I find their NAV figure? Thanks.
Q: I am looking at exposure to China. Is there an etf for China that you could recommend?
Q: On 20 Sep, you had recommended XRE as an ETF to get some real estate exposure as opposed to some specific stocks about which I had inquired. Approx a week ago a guest on BNN recommended ZRE over XRE so I was wondering why he did. Do you have any idea why he would do so? Thanks and I hope you had a great time in Germany. I did when I was 21 and spent 3 months there gratis of our gov't.
Gary
Gary
Q: I hope this is not as dumb as it may appear....There are many very good companies and ETF's that are illiquid, some trade by appointment only. Is the biggest factor in this the fact that the shareholders are unwiiling to part with stocks due to their perceived quality of the company/ETF?
Q: Not sure if this is within your purview but I am looking to diversify into Intn'l and Emerging markets. I need an ETF or two with a dividend yield of 3% plus. Currently have UXM for my US exposure and am thinking of VEE for Emerging but not sure about one for Intn'l. Another option would be CYH to cover all 3 areas. Any ideas
Q: What would be the best way to capture Japan industrial and companies? I am considering EWJ but this comprising only big caps. Could you suggests something? Thanks.
Q: Hi 5i,
I've heard that U.S. regional banks (NOT the big boys who gave us 2008) have good potential for growth vis a vis other North American financials. 1. Do you agree? 2. If yes, do you have any individual names that come to mind? 3. Are there any ETFs that are heavily weighted toward U.S. regional banks?
Thank you for your comments and hope the trip is going well.
Davis
I've heard that U.S. regional banks (NOT the big boys who gave us 2008) have good potential for growth vis a vis other North American financials. 1. Do you agree? 2. If yes, do you have any individual names that come to mind? 3. Are there any ETFs that are heavily weighted toward U.S. regional banks?
Thank you for your comments and hope the trip is going well.
Davis
Q: Can i get your opinion on ZDJ. Would like to buy a DOW index if there is a major dip but not sure ZDJ is liquid enough. Maybe there is an alternate ETF. Thanks
Q: 5i Team,
In a previous question, you advised that good portfolio diversification should include 65% Cdn equities, 25% US equities, and 10% global equities. Right now I am severally underweight in global equities, with a 3.5% holding in Emerging Markets PIE-N, and that’s it. I’m looking at topping up to your recommended 10% level with other ETFs, but don’t know what to buy? I’m relatively young and willing to move up the risk curve to get higher returns, what would you suggest? I’m thinking one ETF that tracks Mexico @ 3.5% weighting, and one for Japan @ 3.5% weighting, perhaps? Or should I be looking at Europe? Or just go at a full 10% with PIE-N or some other Global ETF??? Oh the choices….
In a previous question, you advised that good portfolio diversification should include 65% Cdn equities, 25% US equities, and 10% global equities. Right now I am severally underweight in global equities, with a 3.5% holding in Emerging Markets PIE-N, and that’s it. I’m looking at topping up to your recommended 10% level with other ETFs, but don’t know what to buy? I’m relatively young and willing to move up the risk curve to get higher returns, what would you suggest? I’m thinking one ETF that tracks Mexico @ 3.5% weighting, and one for Japan @ 3.5% weighting, perhaps? Or should I be looking at Europe? Or just go at a full 10% with PIE-N or some other Global ETF??? Oh the choices….
Q: Could I get your opinion on this ETF, Global X Social Media Index - SOCL:NASDAQ.
Thanks and hope you are haven a good trip!
Thanks and hope you are haven a good trip!
Q: What is your opinion od BMO Equal Weight Oil & Gas ETF? I am not particularly interested in having SU and CNQ overweighted in an ETF.
Q: What would you suggest for the materials part of my portfolio? Is there a good CDN ETF ?
Q: hi all
i`m interested the industrial sector in the unitied states is there a etf you could recommend
tks
sam
i`m interested the industrial sector in the unitied states is there a etf you could recommend
tks
sam
Q: SVR, CGL, CEF.A
Hello,
I bought quite a bit of Claymore Gold Bullion and Claymore Silver bullion which was later bought out by i-shares. Since my purchases there has been a lot of discussion about "paper" gold and now I am wondering whether the bullion is really in the vault? Do you think dealing with the Central Fund of Canada is more reliable? I am losing some sleep on this so your answer will be appreciated!
Hello,
I bought quite a bit of Claymore Gold Bullion and Claymore Silver bullion which was later bought out by i-shares. Since my purchases there has been a lot of discussion about "paper" gold and now I am wondering whether the bullion is really in the vault? Do you think dealing with the Central Fund of Canada is more reliable? I am losing some sleep on this so your answer will be appreciated!
Q: I would like to invest $100,000 in US market ETF's for a long term hold. What would your recommendations be for ETF selection? Thanks! Linda
Q: Hi, I'm looking to add either VDU and VUN or VTI:US and VXUS:US to my wife's position. She's diversified in Canada but looking for US and foreign exposure for the long haul. The difference between these two sets is one is Cdn and one is US - so essentially this is a currency hedge question. Do you have a preference for which set? Thank you.
Q: Hi, I'm looking to add to my US position. I'm fairly well diversified in Canada but need to add a US consumer staple, a US utility, and a US consumer discretionary. What would be your thoughts on each of those? Thank you.
Q: I own CDZ and some XDV. I notice that ZDV has a higher dividend payment than either of these. How would you rate ZDV compared to them?