Investment Q&A

Q: Hi. I've built positions across the digital asset and payments ecosystem that I'd appreciate your perspective on. My current holdings include: direct Bitcoin ownership (DCA monthly for store of value), FETH (smart contract infrastructure exposure), GLXY (institutional crypto services plus AI compute optionality), and PYPL (established fintech playing multiple angles; PYUSD stablecoin, BNPL, crypto trading, traditional payments, and I use PYPL quite a lot myself). I do also own JPM.

I'm considering adding CRCL but struggling with the valuation at 79x forward earnings (although it is 31x 2 years forward). My thesis is that I already capture stablecoin growth multiple ways; FETH captures a lot of stablecoin volume, GLXY services institutional stablecoin users, and PYPL's PYUSD gives me direct issuer exposure with less regulatory risk since they have diversified revenue streams.

CRCL feels like paying growth multiples for what I think might become a "utility-like" business earning regulated fees. Also, if stablecoins become critical infrastructure the regulatory hammer could fall hardest on pure-play issuers like Circle versus diversified players.

I think my current portfolio seems to cover the bases; Bitcoin for macro crypto adoption, Ethereum for DeFi/Web3 infrastructure, GLXY for the picks-and-shovels institutional play, and PYPL for the mainstream fintech integration angle (+ maybe JPM).

Am I missing something by passing on CRCL? I'm interested your thoughts on whether CRCL offers unique exposure I'm not getting elsewhere? Or if there is something I am overlooking?

Q: Please update your opinion on CRCL (last Q was Nov 4) based on today's price of $98. Quite a fall from the peak and JP Morgan among others have recently downgraded with targets in the $90's. I have been waiting for an entry point and would respectfully ask that you explain why it continues to fall, how low you think it could go based on news, fundamentals and technical support and what your strategy would be for building a full position. If you would wait, please outline a target price and what you would need to see to get involved. A cherry on top would be a two year price target, what needs to happen for that target to be achieved and a percentage chance of that happening.

Thank you very kindly for the excellent ongoing analysis.

Q: what is the best way to invest in stable coins ? does the genius act(USA) and the proposed similar legislation by carney 's liberals have any positive material effect on companies in Canada and the USA and if so what companies do you like? thanks Richard

Q: Hi gang,
I am looking into buying crcl. Is it any advantage to buy ccup? Any suggestions?
Thanks. Alnoor

Q: Hello 5i,

There is a lot of noise about Stablecoins, gold, US debt reduction and opportunities in crypto coins to take advantage of servicing transactions. IF Stablecoins are rolled out by the US gov't, how will this affect GLXY?

Do you have Crypto suggestions if Stablecoins are backed by the US gov't? Most of this is above our heads but Trump knows how to go bankrupt and make a fortune.

Thank you
D&J

Q: Recently, the tech market has been booming. During this period, I bought several volatile, high-flying stocks to capture the thrill of the momentum. Each position is relatively small—only about 0.5% to 1% of my portfolio. Despite that, they’re performing exceptionally well. I purchased them less than a few weeks ago, and I’m already seeing a total gain of around 20%.

My question is: are these stocks worth holding for the long term? I’d love to hear your thoughts. Also, could you rank the potential and strength of these six companies: CoreWeave, Galaxy, Circle, Bitmine, Monday.com, and AST SpaceMobile? Thank you.

Q: CIRCLE Group CRCL has declined significantly from its highs. Do you think it's a buying opportunity at current prices? Would you consider it a viable long-term investment? I'd appreciate your analysis. Thank you.

Q: Hi 5i Team - Do you think Circle could become one of the main players in the Stable Coin space. Also are there others that look promising.
Thanks.

Q: What tailwinds does crcl have ?

Are they strong enough to move the share value up and offset further damage due to interest rate reductions?

Thanks.

Q: Hello,
If interests rates go down in the US, will these speculative stocks get hit hard, especially circle internet group as it makes money on the treasuries? Thanks for your help.

Q: First, CRCL: Great IPO …. But now be pounded down!
How did this love affair end so quickly and be penalized so severely?

Would you see something similar happening with FIG?

There seems to be a lot of interest in jumping onto that bandwagon right now but I gather your advice is to hold off for now.

Thanks for your insights.

Q: Hello. Can you explain why all 3 are tanking? Many Thanks!

Q: Hi,

With the passing of new crypto legislation and the rise of ETH and stable coins, what do you think is the best way to play this and does it have long term growth potential? Also what are the big risks? Looking for a pick and shovels name. Now that the legislation has been passed, is this more sell the news?

In the crypto space, I'm only holding GLXY (4%), which I'm up 75% and has done very well. I also have core long term holdings in V, JPM, and MA. Could stable coins hurt or benefit these names as well or are they complementary? Been watching CRCL, HOOD and COIN as well but they've been on a tear and I'm hesitant to buy at these levels. Thanks!

Q: If you had no money in crypto, what are 6 stocks in Canada and US you would consider for strong growth.

Q: How would you rank the listed companies for new money today in a growth oriented portfolio?

Q: Hi 5i, Would you buy (today) these stocks for a 3-5 years hold ? & in which order would you buy them, which ones would drop off this list.

thanks

Q: Happy Summer day 5i Community :

Over the weekend watched a YouTube video of Tom Lee's interview with Korean news, Tom mentioned "GRNY" his recently inception ETF:Fundstrat Granny Shots US Large Cap ETF which runs a concentrated 35 large cap stocks, and has been out performed "QQQ" & "MAGS" so far this year. Could I have your opinion of this ETF if it is worth to give a try and rick facts associated with it please?

Thanks,

Q: Tom Lee is quite bullish on bitcoins and mentioned "CRCL" a stable coin name. What is your take on this one, how does it compare with "GLXY" in terms of risk-rewards for next couple of years? Thanks

Q: Why are these 2dropping so much? Thanks!

Q: Genius act being passed in the USA for stablecoins. Will this effect other, Crypto etc
Does 5I have any suggestion for stocks or wait & see. will it also effect payment type stocks. Tks 5i