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Q: With recent pullback what are your top 5 Cdn and US names that have pulled back to attractive entry points?

Thank you
Tim
Read Answer Asked by Timothy on December 21, 2024
Q: If you have to create new balance portfolio that includes CDR and CDN stocks.. Which 20 to 25 stocks portfolio would you recommend that includes both.


Thanks for the great service
Read Answer Asked by Hector on December 21, 2024
Q: Hi 5i,
I have to sell something in my RRIF to raise cash for my annual payment out, and can't decide between selling a portion of GSY or a portion of PRL or a combination of the two.
They're currently of roughly equal value in my RRIF, but only because PRL has gained far more than GSY since each was bought (PRL- 125% to GSY - 24%).
I'm not too concerned about losing the dividends either of them pay, and want to keep the one most likely to produce the most capital appreciation over the next year or two. And I'm not adverse to selling some of each to raise the required cash if that 'diversification' seems wise in the circumstances.
Any advice?
Thanks,
Peter
Read Answer Asked by Peter on December 20, 2024
Q: SHOP has reacted quite harshly downwards to the Fed's expected reduction in 2025 rate cuts. SHOP has been hit much harder than most others. Can you comment on the Fed action and what impact it might have on SHOP? Can you detail why the FED expectation has spooked SHOP? Does it change the narrative and 5i's view on the company as among the top picks for growth?
Read Answer Asked on December 19, 2024
Q: With the CAD losing ground to the USD, is it still worth converting Canadian dollars to buy US stocks? If yes, what would be your 5 top growth stocks for 2025?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Gilles on December 18, 2024
Q: I have approximately $70k cash in my TFSA account that I would like to invest before the end of the year. I currently have the above stocks in my TFSA. My investments in Lightspeed and Unity have taken a big hit (70 to 80% loss) since purchasing these stocks. I understand that I cannot claim losses on investments in my TFSA account. Would you suggest selling off my investments in Lightspeed and Unity and reinvesting these funds? As noted above, I have cash in my TFSA to be invested. Please rank my current TFSA holdings for additional investment considering a 5 to 10 year hold. Thank you for your expertise and best wishes for the Holiday Season.
Read Answer Asked by Don on December 18, 2024
Q: Could you share 2-3 ideas that have the potential to replicate the historical performance of CSU and why you believe in them, CDN or US, or both. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Steven on December 18, 2024
Q: Two part question:
You are often asked to suggest 5 companies for a TFSA or for growth and are consistent in suggesting names like CLBT, TVK and NBIS. My question today would be for you to introduce five high growth companies that you are watching but not recommending from the US market. Can you please list companies that excite you but have not yet been mentioned here?
As part two, can you state what you like about each company AND what you are watching for before actively recommending? Take 2 or 3 credits or whatever is needed to provide a comprehensive answer please.
Read Answer Asked by Tim on December 17, 2024
Q: Hi there, I’m curious to know what you look for in a true compounder. What are the key metrics that catch your eye when analyzing a company and how they make use of their cash.
Read Answer Asked by Seamus on December 17, 2024
Q: Can you explain the financial position, valuation metrics and growth prospects of this gambling company?
I'm considering a small position after reading an article in The Economist about the massive growth of gambling in America
(https://www.economist.com/leaders/2024/12/05/americas-gambling-boom-should-be-celebrated-not-feared)
Is now a good time to buy the stock or would you wait for a pullback?
Read Answer Asked by Alfred on December 16, 2024
Q: Hi there. I was intrigued by the reply to a recent question which led to you providing a list of these six companies:
US: RSSS, BUKS, MCEM
Canada: HME, NCI, KUT

Can you please pick your 3 favourite regardless of country and provide a summary of why you think they hold potential as well as how each rank BOTH in terms of growth and risk with 1 being low risk/growth and 10 being high.
Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Tim on December 13, 2024
Q: I am interested in increasing my position in Well, Terravest and Vertiv. Have the fundamentals changed in any way that would serve as a red flag affecting these stocks performance going forward. What would you consider buying at their current price or wait for a pullback.
Thanks
Dan
Read Answer Asked by Dan on December 13, 2024
Q: WHAT WOULD BE YOUR TOP 3 STOCKS CANADA AND TOP 3 IN THE US....THAT HAVE GOOD GROWTH POTENTIAL OVER THE NEXT 3-5 YEARS....BUT ARE NOT CURRENTLY RUNNING WITH HIGH P/E RATIOS....MAYBE OVERLOOKED OR UNDERVALUED.
I AM LOOKING AT A JAN-MARCH 2025 TIMEFRAME FOR BUYING.
THANK YOU FOR YOU VALUED INFORMATION.
Read Answer Asked by Dick on December 13, 2024
Q: I owned CLS in 2000 and unfortunately in 2001 and rode the dot com bust all the way down. What is different, if anything, this time around? My 1/4 position is now a 1/2 position, thank you, but it has gone up too high too fast, and I have a long memory. At these levels is it a buy, hold, or sell? Or is it a keep your finger on the trigger, which is not my preferred buy and hold strategy. How will I know when the tide is turning or turned?
Read Answer Asked by Gordon on December 12, 2024
Q: Interesting comments in your latest Market Update about small caps. In addition to any potential upside in 2025, we are close to the possible annual January “bounce”. If you had to pick 5 (ranked) Canadian small caps to take advantage, which 5 equities would you lean towards? Also, is there an ideal ETF that would cover all the small cap basics? (2 questions)
On another note, long time member here who is extremely grateful for the outstanding service you provide. I’ve listened attentively, learned a lot, and have been blessed with some lucrative decisions, always guided by your sage wisdom. For that I offer a heartfelt thank you, and wish all at 5i a wonderful Christmas and another prosperous 2025!
Chris
Read Answer Asked by Chris on December 12, 2024
Q: Can you recommend 5 new growth stocks for a TFSA. I have DOL, TVE, VHI and WELL. Would you keep these, given the high valuations of some of them.
Read Answer Asked by Merrilyn on December 11, 2024
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