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Q: There’s a great deal of commentary lately on the economic impact of energy supply disruptions (China moving energy supply from manufacturing to housing being one example). The continued pressure from the environmental lobby along with probable COP26 commitments might further interfere with the usual flow of commerce. Given the Canadian government’s disdain for the golden goose that is gas and oil, I find I don’t have confidence Western governments will make wise economic decisions. The current situations of the UK and EU are further evidence of very poor energy and economic planning. I realize there’s always something to worry about so is this more noise or do you think the investing horizon may be changing in a material way as governments cede the economic landscape to environmental policy. As the holder of primarily growth stocks with a long view I’m wondering if it’s time to reevaluate my portfolio given the winds of change. Your thoughts please.
Read Answer Asked by Warren on October 14, 2021
Q: Hi 5i,
Thinking of selling VXUS and buying VEA, VWO, DIM, DLS in its place to gain wider exposure to international stocks, what do you think of this idea. I will be able to control percentages in various market cap. companies too.
Read Answer Asked by Mark on October 14, 2021
Q: Hi 5iResearch team
I am in the process of doing re-weighting. I know the above etfs. The US bond etf (VGSH) has very low interest yield compared to the CAD ones (XSB, ZCS, and ZCM).

1. Are there other US bond etfs that are similar to the above CAD ones in terms of yield and risk?

2. ZUP is in CAD$ and US$. Can you please recommend two more (CAD or US) etfs that are similar to ZUP in terms of yield and risk?

Thank you for the great service.
Read Answer Asked by Ahmed on October 14, 2021
Q: Have some US$. Thoughts on the Zero Coupon product from Pimco.
Read Answer Asked by Keith on October 14, 2021
Q: your opinion about MCR please.
Why is this company lagging the oil sector?you would think it would move with oil price going up.
Is there a chance it would be a take-over candidate?
are there other companies that you prefer ,like Questor or XBC?
Read Answer Asked by Josh on October 14, 2021
Q: On Harry's question on why is he down a couple hundred bucks when buying a US stock ,if he is buying from a Canadian dollar account it would be due to currency conversion.You can set US dollar accounts so you do not get hit with currency conversions.
Read Answer Asked by lynn on October 14, 2021
Q: I have $10K to invest. Is it better to buy Apple shares directly or should I buy Canadian Depositary Receipts (CDRs). If the stock moves up 10% will CDR also move up by the same %. Apple pays dividends will I also get dividends if holding CDR. Is it safe to buy CDR what happens if it gets delisted?

Thanks for the great service
Read Answer Asked by Hector on October 14, 2021
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