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Q: Do you think Mastercard has the potential to outperform the market over the next three to five years? The company has had to cut the fee it charges retailers in various countries, it is facing lawsuits regarding its high fees, and it has more competition now. Do you think the cash-to-card runway opportunity outweighs the risk of a drop in revenue due to lower fees? Also, in the US, where merchants may be allowed to choose another payment network even if the customer pays via a Mastercard, do you think Mastercard has an advantage with its value-added services?
Read Answer Asked by Kim on June 16, 2023
Q: Did not have an opportunity to hear what ECN had to say about their earnings and possible sale of the company. Was there any indication of what direction the strategic review might take and possible timing of any announcement.. Secondly if a takeout does not occur is there anything in terms of future guidance that would provide support for the shares around current levels? Current results appear rather tepid and my concern is that shares could tank without positive news from the strategic review. What is your sense as to what direction the strategic review might take?
Read Answer Asked by John on June 16, 2023
Q: Looking mainly for income and some growth in my retirement portfolio. Already have a full position of SLF.
I love the dividend that MFC provides but have little confidence in their growth. Do you feel that GWO:CA looks more promising?

Thanks as always.

GM
Read Answer Asked by Gary on June 14, 2023
Q: Bought a position in TD at this level. Want to add a half size position in one of the smaller banks. Looking at LB or CWB. Would you have a preference at the current prices levels of the two?
Read Answer Asked by Marco on June 12, 2023
Q: Saferbankingresearch is ringing the alarm bells on the safety of the Big Six Canadian banks - link below.

Is EQ Bank the best choice in Canada or depositors / investors ?

https://seekingalpha.com/article/4610001-big-banks-have-massive-exposure-a-look-at-canadian-banks?mailingid=31732263&messageid=2850&serial=31732263.18809&utm_campaign=rta-author-article&utm_medium=email&utm_source=seeking_alpha&utm_term=31732263.18809
Read Answer Asked by James on June 12, 2023
Q: Hi,
We’ve held the FINX on/off for many years. In the past it has served us well, I had unfortunate timing on out last purchase and we are down 35% (in registered account no tax benefit for loss). What’s your current opinion on the Fintech space going forward….. do you seeing it doing well over the next 3- 5 years?Any major concerns with averaging down on this one?
Thanks for all that you do!
Kerri
Read Answer Asked by KERRI on June 08, 2023
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