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Q: Between Stantec and WSP Global which one would you consider better to be part of. They both seem good to me but I own some Stantec from just before the stock split and it is down slightly. I was considering moving half of my $ value from STN into WSP just so I could see some growth in the allocated funds. Also on a side thought could you give your opinion on the possible outcome for SNC's court proceedings and if they are not able to avoid charges how this would affect Stantec and WSP.
Thank you as always
Read Answer Asked by Jeremy on March 19, 2015
Q: Hello Team,
PHG has been going 'sideways' for some time now, and I am considering a switch to GE (or another stock you might recommend). As the Euro-zone economy appears to be recovering with QE, would this move be premature?
Thank you for your insight!
Read Answer Asked by Sigrid on March 19, 2015
Q: Good morning, one question and one comment this morning. First, can I get your opinion on CDZ.to for some financial exposure. Currently, I have zero exposure. I know this etf has a rather large financial waiting. Second, I'd like to argue your point about about gas prices being a great stimulus for the economy and consumer. From my point of view, I don't see it as I'm saving about 3 dollars a week once I fill up. From a corporate point of view, it would seem that companies are afraid to invest in hiring (hence buybacks). Think this is valid?
Yet again, keep up the great work.
Read Answer Asked by Seamus on March 19, 2015
Q: Hi Peter and Team,
I bought Gild six month ago, and the stock is not moving.
I am tempted to switch to Biogen as I see it as a better over all alternative in the same sector although it has gone up recently. I noticed that you favor ISIS.
I appreciate your advise.
Raouf
Read Answer Asked by Raoul on March 19, 2015
Q: Hi there
I am aware of the definitions of Book Value and Tangible Book Value. I am sometimes a bit shocked on how much stocks like Sherritt can trade below book value - trading at $2.07 and book value is listed @ $10.43. If there is such a difference why don't we see another mining company or hedge fund buy the stock at a discount. I know the stock would rise but it would not rise all the way to book value would it. Just seems the trading price gets so out of wack on some stocks. Another couple of examples would be MRC and MEQ in the real estate side, or AR on the gold side. Am I missing something here?

thanks
Read Answer Asked by Stuart on March 19, 2015
Q: Hi Peter What is your take on the Whitecap Beaumont deal >Sure am not happy with wcp raising cash at $13.50 probably to fiancé the deal.
Regards Stan
Read Answer Asked by Stan on March 19, 2015
Q: Hello Team, Just wondering your thoughts about a U.S. stock which I have been following in the Information Technology sector. Seagate pays a almost 4% dividend and has been raising it in the past. Also wondering what ETF you would pick in this sector. Thanks again Herb
Read Answer Asked by Herbert on March 19, 2015
Q: Hello 5i,
I am still looking for fixed income. I would appreciate your opinion on Autocallable note securities and in particular on the following notes:

https://www.cibcnotes.com/ScreensCA/DocumentDownload.aspx?DocumentTypeID=4&PublishStatusID=1&ProductID=1345&CultureID=1

Thank you.
Nadine
Read Answer Asked by Nadine on March 19, 2015
Q: Is 5i starting a new model portfolio for small cap stocks and when?
Read Answer Asked by Darryl on March 19, 2015
Q: I have been wanting to add this business or Bin to my RRSP for a couple of weeks but did not think I had a good or proper entry point.
WSP reported this am, and result are good and the stock has jumped over $1.00, on the other hand BIN has been fairly stable for the past few weeks, coupled with the fact that there was heavy inside trading in the past month.
Could I please have your opinion which would be the better position as well as a dollar entry point.
Both business are excellent in my estimation for long term growth and hold

Again thanks for your great and awesome service.
Read Answer Asked by Rick on March 19, 2015
Q: Hi 5i team,

I am looking to invest 20K in my girlfriend’s newly opened TFSA. This would be her only investments at this time. I’d like to purchase some securities where the dividend would be above 3% and still have potential for some growth. For now some medium to low risk names for a 2-5 year hold (maybe longer if the money is not needed).
How many securities would you suggest I purchase to be somewhat diversified?
Which ones should I start with and the weight you would recommend?
Or would you recommend to have equal weighing on the suggested names?

Thanks again for the great service you guys provide.
Read Answer Asked by Marco on March 19, 2015
Q: What is happening with this stock? It fell off a cliff recently. Is it a buy down in the dollar range?
Read Answer Asked by Garnet on March 19, 2015
Q: You spoke favourably on a couple of US stocks recently. CEMP which I am up 25% on (thank you very much), MTSN (Mattson) which I am taking quite the haircut on - what do you see with these two stocks going forward? Also, do you have more momentum stocks similar to CEMP?

Dennis
Read Answer Asked by Dennis on March 19, 2015
Q: In Johnathan Goodman's comments this morning, following release of their results, he indicated he will not rest until Knight realizes the same gains as Paladin (paraphrased). Do you see the possibility that this stock will go from $9 to $140 and was there anything in their year end results that gives a hint this is even remotely possible??
On another note, what happened to RMP Energy?
Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Steven on March 19, 2015
Q: Good Morning!
Will the growth portfolio be all Canadian stocks? The new portfolio with its about 25 stocks will be my entire growth portion of my overall portfolio. And is it it wise to put all my growth investment in Canadian stocks?
Read Answer Asked by David on March 19, 2015
Q: What is your view of RMP's earnings update today and would you continue to hold? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Curtis on March 19, 2015
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