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Q: Hi 5i!

My nephew is 18 and he wants to start investing. I think he was reading the Intelligent Investors couple months ago. Can you suggest 5 stocks in 5 differents sectors to start a porfolio?

Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Francois on October 29, 2025
Q: Hi, it seems that for several months, many analysts have considered Dollarama to be overvalued. However, the price is about 5% lower than when it hit its high in June. I already have a half position, and wonder what you would consider a good entry point? Thank you for your service!
Read Answer Asked by GeeMac on October 29, 2025
Q: I had a representative from Sun Life approach me with the option of rolling my LIRA/RRIF money into an annuity, providing guaranteed, stable income for life. Would you suggest taking a portion of RRIF funds and putting it into an annuity, or instead relying on a combination of ETFs that provide dividend income and capital appreciation?
Read Answer Asked by Paul on October 28, 2025
Q: Could you please rate the Canadian stocks below for total return over the next 5 years.

Perhaps these ratings would work (or other ratings you think are better) ...
F for fair
A for average
G for good
VG for very good
E for excellent

The stocks are:

BAM
BEP.UN
BIP.UN
EMA
FTS
NA
POW
RY
SLF
TD

Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Doug on October 28, 2025
Q: We are getting close to peak tax loss selling period. What 5 darlings have been beaten down that you would to swoop in on that have a bright future with long term(>5yrs)potential returns?
Read Answer Asked by Chris on October 28, 2025
Q: There appears to be a growing trend toward the building of small nuclear reactors for energy. It seems ARE and ATRL are best positioned in the segment. ARE just announced a project in the US and both are involved in the building of the reactors PM Carney announced. I know you like STN and WSP. I have a good position in WSP and have done well with the stock but I am noy sure if it is involved in this sector. Your thoughts please.
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on October 27, 2025
Q: My portfolio is income based. I have capital losses in BCE, CAR,UN and ENGH. What order would you sell them in or should some be held? I am looking to replace some or all with the following; BIP.UN, NWC.UN and/or RCI.B. How would you rank them for acquisition?
Read Answer Asked by David on October 27, 2025
Q: Aecon Group up over 12% on Friday. Is this a company that you like? Would you stay invested or take profit and move on. If so, is there a company in the space that you like better for the long term.

Thanks

Dave.
Read Answer Asked by David on October 27, 2025
Q: Of the above, what company or two do you see as having the best outlook and prospects for share appreciation ?
Read Answer Asked by Kel on October 23, 2025
Q: I am under weight in utilities and consumer defensive could you please provide your top picks for each category including stocks and ETFs
Read Answer Asked by Roy on October 23, 2025
Q: With the increased interest in defence spending what are the Canadian companies most likely to benefit from this? Are there any listed companies that are manufacturing drones? Are any of these good buys at the moment?
Read Answer Asked by Anthony on October 23, 2025
Q: Hello,
We currently own Parkland and are wondering if we should be selling prior to the Sunoco takeover? And CGI has been losing ground of late, is it time to move on to a better performer in this space? Any suggestions?
Always appreciate your recommendations and great research.
Thank you... Tom
Read Answer Asked by Tom on October 23, 2025
Q: - Hello 5i Team,

I remember a member's comments recently about keeping Canadian company shares in a US$ brokerage account in order to receive the dividends in US$, only to discover the circuitous route the money took to finally arrive in US currency. I was so sure the company in question was Brookfield but am unable to find the question again.

Can you help please? Thank you.

Read Answer Asked by Molly on October 22, 2025
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