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Q: Hello 5i,
Could give me the growth outlook for these healthcare companies. I realize some are quite small and riskier but just looking for the growth numbers at this point.
Thank you
Dave
Read Answer Asked by Dave on January 24, 2020
Q: Hi 5i Team,

I am looking at APTX Aptinyx Inc., a Biopharmaueutical Co., and am thinking to initiate a small position of it.

They are still losing money and did a financing at 3.00 in mid January, but share jumped up to 4.60 already last Friday.

What is your thought and outlook of this company? Is it still speculative ?

Always thank you for your professional advice.
Read Answer Asked by Pui on January 22, 2020
Q: Hi 5i
Recent takeovers have left me with uninvested funds. I'm looking to re-invest that cash into income generating (US stocks preferably) undervalued positions providing 3 - 5 % dividends.
What would you suggest I have a look at ?
Also, PA shows that I'm light on utilities and telecoms but the suggestions don't need to be limited to these sectors.
Thanks
Mike
Read Answer Asked by mike on January 22, 2020
Q: Hi There

I'm needing to add some international exposure (outside NA) to my portfolio and am also under weighted on Financials, Healthcare and Industrials. I'm 38 so growth is the focus in portfolio. Can you recommend 5 top options to fit this mix - ETFs or individual stocks. Some will live in RRSP, some unregistered if that makes a difference in suggestions.
Read Answer Asked by Ryan on January 22, 2020
Q: It seems Amazon will disrupt the pharmacy business worldwide with the announcement today (Jan.21) of an opening in 3 countries. Stock reacted with a nice pop on heavy volume. PillPack was a $750 mm business when Amazon bought it 18 months ago; how big is it now and what do you think of its potential?
Read Answer Asked by Jeff on January 22, 2020
Q: What stocks would you look at to profit from the respiratory virus which is showing up in China right now? Thank you.

Jason
Read Answer Asked by Jason on January 20, 2020
Q: Hello Peter and Team,
Wondering if you think this may be a good entry point for an investment in Greenbrook TMS. The company claims that its electromagnetic treatment for clinical depression is 68% effective with no significant side effects. This would make it more effective than any single depression drug on the market. With depression being so prevalent and insurance companies looking to save LTD payouts, it seems likely that the popularity of this treatment modality could quickly become widespread. Although it may be an effective treatment, what do you think of the company’s business model?
Thank you.
Brad
Read Answer Asked by Bradley on January 17, 2020
Q: On several occasions when responding to questions about WELL you mention risk - an excellent point as it is a relatively small company. 

But in comparison to many other smaller companies there are important aspects that in my mind mitigate the risk somewhat. For example:

- the quality and reputation of management and its obvious ability to attract investors

- founded first and foremost on the ownership of health clinics (relatively stable recurring revenue, insulated somewhat from recessions)

- disciplined/focused in its choice of foundational corporate software platform (i.e. OSCAR).  OSCAR is open source and free of royalties - think of RedHat's success.  OSCAR is its singular software focus - think Westjet and the cost savings by limiting maintenance to only one type of  aircraft. And then the cost/effort when it comes to adding new functionality (e.g. telemedicine) to your product like all software products must do. 

None of this guarantees unqualified success in the marketplace of course but what additional risks should an investor in WELL consider?   Thank you.  
Read Answer Asked by Richard on January 16, 2020