Q: What do you think about FSL for a Rif?
Thanks, Ron
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Q: While asset allocation is more personal to ones situation whats your opinion on these ETF's for a portfolio revamp or are there better options that one should consider.
Bonds - XBB, U.S. - XSP, International - XIN, emerging markets - VWO, there is also a Canadian allocation and cash but I am not sure about these 4 ETF selections.
Bonds - XBB, U.S. - XSP, International - XIN, emerging markets - VWO, there is also a Canadian allocation and cash but I am not sure about these 4 ETF selections.
Q: Peter; I am looking for a U.S. ETF that would replicate the insurance sector to take advantage of rising rates over the next 3-5 years. Thanks. Rod
Q: I am thinking of selling the Canadian portion (15%) ETF (XIC) of my portfolio and replacing it with the 5i model portfolio, any thoughts.
Q: Hi Peter, The 12 months return for XRE is down 8% (including dividend) is it time to get in? For a 10% position in a portfolio (retired), is it best to buy 3 or 4 individual REIT or simply buy XRE? (Riocan/H&R/Callaway/maybe another one...all equal weight). Also,I would include BEP.UN within the 10% allocation
Thanks
Thanks
Q: ETFs don't seem to form part of your conventional review. Do you have suggestions for high dividend Canadian ETFs?
Q: Hi Peter and 5iResearch Team,
What is your opinion of Horizon S&P/TSX60? Or, do you prefer another ETF for Cdn. large caps.
Thank you.
Linda
What is your opinion of Horizon S&P/TSX60? Or, do you prefer another ETF for Cdn. large caps.
Thank you.
Linda
Q: Hello, I currently have zero exposure to the energy and/or material sectors. I was considering the wisdom tree etf GNAT. Your comments would be appreciated. Thanks
Q: Hello 5i
First thank you for your great recommendation for ACQ, it has been doing great for me and I will probably hold it for years to come.
I own a full position in BEP.UN and I am looking at switching that for the SPDR Homebuilders ETF XHB to take advantage of the home builder surge in the U.S. What do you think of this?
Cheers
Greg
First thank you for your great recommendation for ACQ, it has been doing great for me and I will probably hold it for years to come.
I own a full position in BEP.UN and I am looking at switching that for the SPDR Homebuilders ETF XHB to take advantage of the home builder surge in the U.S. What do you think of this?
Cheers
Greg
Q: Hi There,
I wanted to hear your thoughts on the ETF - FIE. It seems to be a nice mix of financials along with a good dividend. How secure do you see it or what letter grade does it deserve. I wonder that if it is so good how come the ETF seems to be so small in size. Thanks
I wanted to hear your thoughts on the ETF - FIE. It seems to be a nice mix of financials along with a good dividend. How secure do you see it or what letter grade does it deserve. I wonder that if it is so good how come the ETF seems to be so small in size. Thanks
Q: What is your opinion of CHIX-N Global X China Financials? Have a great day!
Q: Hello:
I am thinking about selling VUS and buying VUN to take advantage of the weakening CAD.
I have a capital gain on VUS of 15000. If I buy VUN immediately will I have to pay capital gains tax on the sale of VUS? I have heard that if you are selling a fund to immediately buy a similar fund you don't get hit with the capital gains tax.
Thanks for the awesome service
I am thinking about selling VUS and buying VUN to take advantage of the weakening CAD.
I have a capital gain on VUS of 15000. If I buy VUN immediately will I have to pay capital gains tax on the sale of VUS? I have heard that if you are selling a fund to immediately buy a similar fund you don't get hit with the capital gains tax.
Thanks for the awesome service
Q: IWC and DFE
Hi Peter & Co:
This morning, Cam Hui sent out his blog entry, "Humble Student of the Markets", writing about two Micro-Cap ETFs, IWC for the U.S. and the other, DFE, for Europe. Although Cam was writing about a seasonal trade, my question is whether these ETFs can form a further diversification of a portfolio with say, a 5%, exposure to Small Caps, usually gained through IWO?
Kind regards, Gail
Hi Peter & Co:
This morning, Cam Hui sent out his blog entry, "Humble Student of the Markets", writing about two Micro-Cap ETFs, IWC for the U.S. and the other, DFE, for Europe. Although Cam was writing about a seasonal trade, my question is whether these ETFs can form a further diversification of a portfolio with say, a 5%, exposure to Small Caps, usually gained through IWO?
Kind regards, Gail
Q: Thanks for the great service. I'm looking to add a ETF (such as IWO) in a non-registered USD account. Given some of these etf's have had large moves I'm worried that if I buy before the end of the year I will get a large taxable distribution. Is this a valid concern? Thanks, Ed
Q: Hi,could you please comment on XHC and would you recommend this or is there an alternative?
Thank-you so much.
Thank-you so much.
Q: HI Team,
I was wondering what your views are on XHC, Global Healthcare.
Very much appreciate your service and opinion.
I was wondering what your views are on XHC, Global Healthcare.
Very much appreciate your service and opinion.
Q: Peter - can you please recommend an ETF that captures the China market? This will represent 3 to 5 percent of my portfolio. I looked at XCH, however I am concerned of the very low trading volume. Is this an issue? Thank You.
Q: Hi Team,
Thanks for suggesting IWO (US small cap ETF) and IBB (US biotech ETF).
I'm up handsomely since buying in. I read your view about IBB a couple of days ago, but I'm wondering what your current view is about IWO.
I keep hearing mixed views about the space, but I only trust yours.
Keep up the good work.
Thanks for suggesting IWO (US small cap ETF) and IBB (US biotech ETF).
I'm up handsomely since buying in. I read your view about IBB a couple of days ago, but I'm wondering what your current view is about IWO.
I keep hearing mixed views about the space, but I only trust yours.
Keep up the good work.
Q: Peter and Team: I have no materials stocks so I've been comparing the ETF's XMA.T and XLB.US. The latter has been going up since 2009 while XMA recovered from 08/09, peaked in 2010/2011 and tanked thereafter. I assume that is due to the heavy weighting of gold, silver and other mining stocks in XMA, which in XLB is replaced (in part) by various chemical production and chem engineering stocks. A recovery in XLA therefore depends very much on gold and other mining, while XLB is growing nicely. Thus I'm thinking XLB over XMA. I'd appreciate your opinion.
Q: What would you recommend in the energy infrastruture as far as etf or mutual fund plays ?