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Q: 3 questions regarding gold:
(1) I currently hold XGD for the long term, with a dividend of about 0.68%. Would I be better to hold 2-3 really good gold mining stocks, in a non-reg acct, like KL (div 1.99%; no debt) and AEM (div 1.97%). Or with this long-term investment, stay diversified with XGD? I care more about stability, value and some growth, not the dividend.
(2) Should I also hold some physical gold in an ETF like PHYS? If so, what percentage of gold holdings would you have in gold producers vs physical gold?
(3) A friend of mine holds some physical gold at home. Comments on this appreciated.
Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Grant on February 08, 2021
Q: Hi,
Which stocks would you recommend to buy now in your Balanced Equity, Income and Growth model portfolio?
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Thomas on February 08, 2021
Q: Hi 5i,
Knowing very little about the machinations of the gold market..I bought into WDO back in Aug 2020 close to YTD highs. Currently down close to 40%.

I have read your previous Jan 25 response so realize you see no reason to change course despite the current negative sentiment and analysts downgrades.

My questions is in what time frame and under what conditions would you expect WDO to make a recovery to previous levels or at least reverse current trend? 1 year , 2 years ect..... your best guess is appreciated.;)

Thx
Jim
Read Answer Asked by jim on February 08, 2021
Q: Thanks 5I team for all the insights. It is very helpful. I am planning to sell Sherritt and American Hotels with a big loss in my RESP portfolio rather than wait for any potential recovery, if any. Is that a good plan? Looking to replace it with a good growth stock. The time horizon is 5 to 6 years. I am fine with taking the risk and being aggressive. It will be about 3.5% of the RESP portfolio. Can you please suggest such a good growth stock with that time Horizon? I have no sector or country preference for this.
Read Answer Asked by Nimish on February 08, 2021
Q: Green energy - hydrogen storage equipment for cars and bus's
Company called Hexagon Composites. Up approx. 400% in past 12 months.
Your comments on company please.
Read Answer Asked by Mark on February 08, 2021
Q: I am confused concerning your point of view regarding the growth potential of SYZ. Recently, you gave the following answer :
''We would view it as an income stock and see any gains as a bonus. Growth has not been great, but it has a solid record of raising its dividend and paying special dividends. It has too much cash and has been slow at making acquisitions. It should have a very strong 2021 in a recovery and we would still view it overall in a positive light. But there are faster-growing companies, with higher valuations. We would be fine holding it, but would classify it as income/slower growth.''
But in your last June Company Report, you grade the 5 Yr. Revenue Growth as A- and the 5 Yr. EPS Growth as A+. It looks to me contradictory. What am I missing?
In the past ten years, there was a yearly revenu growth of 15,5 % and 17,5 % for the earnings, which look great to me.
Thanks. I really appreciate your sound expertise.
Read Answer Asked by Jean-Pierre on February 08, 2021
Q: Hi Peter,

Thanks for the good work you do.
One suggestion, could you have a section where you post 10 stocks for say
1. Top Stock Picks
2. Safe stock picks
3. High growth Picks
.....etc
Read Answer Asked by HARRY on February 08, 2021
Q: Would like your opinion on NUAN, APPS and AT as a growth stock. Looking for 2 to add to my TFSA. Could you rank them in order of preference and if you have a favourite include it in the list.
Thank you John
Read Answer Asked by John on February 08, 2021
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