Q: Monday I put in an open order to buy CSU, 10 Shares, on opening… The order filled at a price $40.00 dollars higher than their recorded opening price and higher than it had been recorded to trade at, for the last year… The bank ( BNS) tells me that they can do this, as I didn’t order 100 shares ( 1/4 million dollars worth) or put in a limit order…. This smells a lot…
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Air Canada Voting and Variable Voting Shares (AC)
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Vanguard U.S. Total Market Index ETF (VUN)
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Brookfield Corporation Class A Limited Voting Shares (BN)
Q: For an RESP with withdrawals starting this year, ending likely 10 to 11 years out for youngest child:
Largest holding is the ETF VUN (US) at 43% followed by BN and AC at around 12% each, then TOI, DOO , ATZ, SU, BAM in the 3-10% range each. Not included is the unfortunate loss of about 8% of the RESP due to failure of XBC.
So the focus remains on growth for the next 4-5 years to keep withdrawals mostly funded by growth.
Thoughts on keeping VUN as is? What about a higher-yielding ZWB in lieu of the individual stocks? Any concerns / risks that you know of for the stocks listed or maybe can offer some lower-risk substitutions?
Big thank you!
Largest holding is the ETF VUN (US) at 43% followed by BN and AC at around 12% each, then TOI, DOO , ATZ, SU, BAM in the 3-10% range each. Not included is the unfortunate loss of about 8% of the RESP due to failure of XBC.
So the focus remains on growth for the next 4-5 years to keep withdrawals mostly funded by growth.
Thoughts on keeping VUN as is? What about a higher-yielding ZWB in lieu of the individual stocks? Any concerns / risks that you know of for the stocks listed or maybe can offer some lower-risk substitutions?
Big thank you!
Q: Structured notes are a stock/bond hybrid with a limited life span or maturity. When an advisor touts them, they may sound appealing because they often combine high coupon rates with some level of principal protection that would enable their buyer to get their original investment back. Legally, they are unsecured debt obligations of the issuing bank. Unlike most bonds, their coupon payments are often contingent on the performance of an underlying asset such as a stock or index, which means coupons may not always be paid. Structured notes often have no potential to appreciate in price or have an explicit cap on maximum gains.
According to Amy Arnott, a Senior Portfolio Strategist at Morningstar,
“Structured notes may offer big payouts, but those advertised yields aren't always worth the risks. In fact, when we recently dug into some of the academic research on how structured notes have performed, we found that two of the three studies we reviewed found that on average, structured notes have failed to perform better than a balanced portfolio of stocks and bonds, and at times have failed to keep up with risk-free Treasury bills.
Structured notes still account for a tiny fraction of investable assets in the U.S., but they've been gaining in popularity amid recent market volatility and record-low interest rates. They're often described as a way for risk-averse investors to capture additional income while limiting downside volatility. But their embedded costs, complexity, lack of liquidity and transparency, and often unfavorable payoff profiles make them difficult to use in a portfolio. Investors tempted by double-digit yields should therefore tread carefully--or take a pass.”
Can I please get your thoughts and views on structured notes and whether you are in agreement with Amy Arnott’s opinion on structured notes as an investment vehicle? Is this another losing investment opportunity like buying shares in WEED.TO back in the Spring of 2019?
According to Amy Arnott, a Senior Portfolio Strategist at Morningstar,
“Structured notes may offer big payouts, but those advertised yields aren't always worth the risks. In fact, when we recently dug into some of the academic research on how structured notes have performed, we found that two of the three studies we reviewed found that on average, structured notes have failed to perform better than a balanced portfolio of stocks and bonds, and at times have failed to keep up with risk-free Treasury bills.
Structured notes still account for a tiny fraction of investable assets in the U.S., but they've been gaining in popularity amid recent market volatility and record-low interest rates. They're often described as a way for risk-averse investors to capture additional income while limiting downside volatility. But their embedded costs, complexity, lack of liquidity and transparency, and often unfavorable payoff profiles make them difficult to use in a portfolio. Investors tempted by double-digit yields should therefore tread carefully--or take a pass.”
Can I please get your thoughts and views on structured notes and whether you are in agreement with Amy Arnott’s opinion on structured notes as an investment vehicle? Is this another losing investment opportunity like buying shares in WEED.TO back in the Spring of 2019?
Q: I'm wondering if the management fees on ETFs and Mutual funds are tax deductible? My tax software ask for "Management and safe custody fees" and it tweaked my interest and this question. Sorry it is so late. If possible can you answer this weekend? Thanks for the great service.
Q: Thinking of opening a Questrade TFSA account. Is it considered as safe as TD Direct investing or other big banks i.e., if the CEO does something stupid and it gets in trouble?? Is there insurance? Thanks as usual. Danny-boy
Q: I’ve read recently that older seniors overestimate their financial acumen, so I wanted to ask if you think the plan that I think is sensible, is. My thought was to move non dividend paying stocks from my TFSA to my NR., thus making room for the transfer of dividend paying stocks from my NR account to my TFSA where they would produce tax free dividends. Is that a reasonable approach for someone beyond the accumulation stage of investment? I’m wondering if there’s something I’ve failed to consider in this. Thanks as always.
Q: Good Morning
A couple of brokers have indicated that these two stocks are overvalued. Specifically for TRI they indicate that the Fair Market Value is $150.49 while the stock is trading much higher. Similarly for WSP the fair market value is indicated as $162.06 but the stock is trading at $176.03. One broker has even recommended selling WSP.
My two questions are: i) How is the fair market value (FMV)determined?
and ii) Is the FMV a significant factor in stock selection?
Thank you as always for your insight.
A couple of brokers have indicated that these two stocks are overvalued. Specifically for TRI they indicate that the Fair Market Value is $150.49 while the stock is trading much higher. Similarly for WSP the fair market value is indicated as $162.06 but the stock is trading at $176.03. One broker has even recommended selling WSP.
My two questions are: i) How is the fair market value (FMV)determined?
and ii) Is the FMV a significant factor in stock selection?
Thank you as always for your insight.
Q: With reference to a question from cal re resets he may find this site informative
https://canadianpreferredshares.ca/
https://canadianpreferredshares.ca/
Q: Hi all,
I wanted to share this from a post on LinkedIn:
You have to be fluent in accounting to look at public companies.
Not because accounting itself matters.
But because accounting can obscure what matters.
READ THAT AGAIN
And your task it to translate GAAP into meaningful business logic.
Or use 5i Research :)
Happy Easter Everyone!
I wanted to share this from a post on LinkedIn:
You have to be fluent in accounting to look at public companies.
Not because accounting itself matters.
But because accounting can obscure what matters.
READ THAT AGAIN
And your task it to translate GAAP into meaningful business logic.
Or use 5i Research :)
Happy Easter Everyone!
Q: If a CEO buys common shares on the open market in the CSE
what is the designated period of time afterwards that the company can release material news?
Thanks
what is the designated period of time afterwards that the company can release material news?
Thanks
Q: Everyone, when to sell stocks? My theory is to buy the best of the best stocks and keep them forever (AAPL, AMZN, MSFT, NVDA, SHOP), over my investing career of thirty plus years. But I have had a few problems (LSPD…). Usually they are growth stocks that don’t continue to grow. If you have a suggestion(s) for triggers to sell a stock I would appreciate those ideas. Clayton
Q: Hi 5i,
What is your opinion of the growth prospects for iJS over the next 2 years?
Thanks for the opinion.
John
What is your opinion of the growth prospects for iJS over the next 2 years?
Thanks for the opinion.
John
Q: Hello, I am overweigh Tesla as I love the product and observe it is family of products including EV's, Energy production (Solar) and retail (Supercharging). All with revenue growth potential. My question has to do with trading volume. Over the last few weeks I have observed Tesla's trading volume at multiples of the big guys, say Ford and GM. A few minutes ago, Ford traded about 5 million shares, GM 2 million and Tesla 25 million. Can you comment on the interest in Tesla and how it could factor in the future stock evaluation ? How important is trading volume ? Thanks for your excellent service.
Q: Question regarding the topical issue of bank defaults...
I have seen many discussions lately regarding Canadian deposit insurance / investor protection fund (including Peter's recent 5i article) but...
What happens to stocks owned in a brokerage account if the brokerage becomes insolvent?
Am I not the beneficial owner of these stocks?
So I am wondering why the $1M coverage under the CIPF would even be an issue.
Would my stocks not just be transferred to my next brokerage account or directly to me in the case of default?
Would one need to even worry about stock holdings >$1 million at one particular brokerage?
Thank you for answering a question I have never found an answer to.
I have seen many discussions lately regarding Canadian deposit insurance / investor protection fund (including Peter's recent 5i article) but...
What happens to stocks owned in a brokerage account if the brokerage becomes insolvent?
Am I not the beneficial owner of these stocks?
So I am wondering why the $1M coverage under the CIPF would even be an issue.
Would my stocks not just be transferred to my next brokerage account or directly to me in the case of default?
Would one need to even worry about stock holdings >$1 million at one particular brokerage?
Thank you for answering a question I have never found an answer to.
Q: We all agree it is very positive when insiders buy shares. But I found it mean not too much when it is done by a newly appointed director. As far as you are aware, do they receive remuneration up front conditional of such purchase or similar gimmick?
Q: Hi . Bloomberg today (28/3) reports that Cdn banks are pushing for a boost to deposit insurance. Does this mean they want to reduce the risk is of being unable to cover the 100k limit or do they want a higher limit? How do you interpret this move by the banks? Thank you for sharing you much appreciated insights.
Q: I understand that, on its ex-dividend date, a dividend-paying stock will likely decline in proportion to the value of the payout. Knowing that, can one do anything to avoid getting caught in a rush-to-the-exits? For example, while WFC declined by $3 (that is, by the payout value) on the ex-dividend date, it continued to decline (by an additional $2.50) over the following two days (it has since recovered.)
In this connection: where the exchange supports trading outside of regular trading hours, does the 'ex-dividend date' still align with the regular open?
In this connection: where the exchange supports trading outside of regular trading hours, does the 'ex-dividend date' still align with the regular open?
Q: This is in regard to Mark's recent question and Jim's comment about TFSA trading. I use BMO Investorline and I have never experienced the issues they describe.
For my most recent trade a month ago, I sold VET and within minutes bought EIF (and no, there was no cash in the account). The transaction was just as straightforward as they are in the unregistered account - no notifications, no charges.
(Perhaps because Jim was buying a GIC rather than a stock?)
Chris M.
For my most recent trade a month ago, I sold VET and within minutes bought EIF (and no, there was no cash in the account). The transaction was just as straightforward as they are in the unregistered account - no notifications, no charges.
(Perhaps because Jim was buying a GIC rather than a stock?)
Chris M.
Q: Do you recommend a buy and hold approach or timing the market ? I am currently dollar-cost-averaging once per week into SPY, as I do not have much time to follow stocks. What do you think of this approach for someone of middle age with 20 years until retirement?
Q: I have a margin account at questrade. In an answer today you gave me the impression that these accounts are not covered by CIFP. Please elaborate. Thanks, Peter.