Investment Q&A

Q: In your opinion what would be a good way to buy the Nasdaq 100

Q: hi there,

I have owned this for a long time in my US 401K. It has recovered very quickly. Where does it go from here - i was looking to add to my position but missed the opportunity as i was surprised it recovered so quickly. Thoughts on adding to this position in a well diversified portfolio.

Cheers

Q: Hi Peter and Staff

As luck would have it after being under water for two years on GILD I dumped it at $63.

It’s gone straight since then mostly because of a possible covid vaccine . I note you like it and while I obviously hope they or someone has a vaccine soon , I wonder about your thoughts for it going forward if they do not come up with a vaccine for covid .

Thanks for all you do
Dennis

Q: Down 65%, I am considering selling for tax loss opportunities this year (and last). Since it appears to be the dominant producer in its space, do you have any suggested proxies (or other near proxy approaches) ?

Q: 1st question on ENB , I see lots of recommendations on ENB. I understand that this co. has mostly take or pay contracts (I am also aware of their investments in renewables etc.) however, it looks like there is a possibility of oil storage filling to capacity, if this does happen many pipelines will have basically slow to a trickle or even stop for a while, if this were to happen would this not give energy cos. stuck with take or pay an out as their contracts wouldn't be honored, it seems like a very risky situation to me for all the pipelines, what is your take on this?
2nd question would you endorse buying ZQQ for a 1 stop tech exposure ( I like the idea of being hedged) or would you prefer something else. I was also looking at the ARK etf's F W K ( tesla seems heavy in some of these) which of these would you prefer in combo with a ZQQ or instead of? dock as many as needed as I don't use many, lol. Thanks for your perspectives and all the work you do.
Tom

Q: Would you sell xuu etf and replace with zqq etf? Looks like zqq has outperformed xuu over the short and long term?

Q: I would like to purchase QQQ but in Canadian funds and not hedged. I think that QQQ.F.CA or XQQ are options. But I notice that QQQ shows about 10% better price increase over the last 3 years than the CDN options.
Are there other pros and cons of purchasing say XQQ instead of converting my cash to USD and buying QQQ?

Q: Currently have ZQQ. Is there a more concentrated hedged ETF with just the FAANG stocks & a few others?

Q: HiTeam:

Good day!

I am holding SCHW & SBNY with some 30% loss, and COLD some 7% loss. Should I let go the first two and hold the COLD?

Please take the points for each one as I have 3 companies in question.

Thank you.

Louisa

Q: Hi,

Which would you buy for the long term or is there a better choice? I'm surprised at the low beta of both ATVI and TTWO as I don't like volatility.
Would you wait or buy now?

Q: Since the March lows DG has gone up 35% and the same comparison, DOL has gone up 20%.

Any reason for the large discrepency?

Thanks

Sheldon

Q: Good morning folks
I bought more SQ at $39.00. I shaved a bit on the up. Raymond James downgraded it to a SELL with a future price of $41.00. What is your take on the near term ( 1 to 2 years)? If it does drop I will buy a bit more. Yes..I am putting on my "trading Hat".
Thank you for your guidance during these troublesome times. Stay safe ..

Q: I own Truist Financial (formerly BBT) and ever since it merged with Sun Trust it seems to have struggled. Now, with Covid-19, it is taking an inordinate beating. I'm wondering if taking on Sun Trust has been bad timing now because of the virus crisis. I also own BAC and they have a similar looking Balance sheet only with much bigger numbers. Can you have a look at their fundamentals to ascertain if they are healthy enough to survive this pandemic and be able to get to the other side or should I be cutting it loose.
Thanks, Carl

Q: I have US cash to deploy and want to do so gradually in stages. I am already well invested in US Tech and I also have decent positions in COST and AMZN. Could you recommend some other US companies - those that have been unfairly punished by the virus that could be good long term investments. Also looking for some international exposure.
Thank you,
PD

Q: Can you please compare these companies in what they do, their prospects and financial strength. Would you have a preference or buy a bit of each? Use what credits are appropriate. Thanks!

Q: Hello team,
Due to market conditions, noted exchange postponed the major indexes re-balancing, Tech is near 1/4 of S&P index,
1 What may effect the most sectors weighting post re-balancing? how does it work?
2 Earning season just kicked in, major tech earnings will be coming out next week, what's your predictions for the tech sector in general?
Thanks

Q: Hi 5i,

What do you think about FLIR as a C19 stock? I read that there is increased demand for thermal imagine and temperature readers. Does that increase make a difference in offsetting declines in other parts of their business?

TIA!

Q: I understand that these companies have raised their dividends recently a good sign and is it the case and which one would you buy?

Thanks

Q: I would like to add MMM to my RRSP account - it's well diversified touching many sectors and it has a good growing dividend ( I believe since 1959 )- your opinion on the stock would be greatly appreciated

Q: Hello,

What is your opinion on Capital One Financial? I noticed they have large insider ownership (for US financial institutions). The CEO has been there for 16 years. They were profitable during the financial crisis and apparently have strict underwriting. They have been beaten down worse than many. How do you think they will fair during this time? Would you buy here and if so, what is your target price in 12 months time?

Thank you!