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Q: I have owned this stock for a long time and it now accounts for 6% of my portfolio. I normally trim around that percentage unless the stock is seen as having continued growth and reasonable stability. I see that it is over 6% in the 5i income portfolio. However, I still bear the battle scars from a couple of past short reports on this company and although it has obviously recovered from those attacks, I can't help but wonder if something/someone is lurking in the weeds. I know you don't have a crystal ball but given its history, would you be comfortable letting this company grow to a 7% level which is about the max for me?

Appreciate your insight.

Paul F.
Read Answer Asked by Paul on March 05, 2026
Q: I was thinking of selling both QSR and TOU and buying SU and/or adding to EIF, X, or H. What do you think of this move? Would you have any better suggestions for stocks that pay a dividend but also offer some growth? I also have FIE in the financials space so no more financials and I own CNR already. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Kim on February 20, 2026
Q: These four stocks ,equally held in my TFSA, represent 5% of my total stock holdings. I put my 2026 contribution into LMN ( ouch ) , and my other 3 have sizeable gains. I also own 3 times as much of EIF in my RRIF. I would like to buy more GLXY if it dips into the low 30’s. Would you sell and which one of the three to buy GLXY ? I have cash in my non registered account where I could buy, but my thesis for this account is solid dividend growers. Thanks. Derek.
Read Answer Asked by Derek on February 03, 2026
Q: Hi Folks,
Looking at adding one of L, EIF or WCN to my RRSP holdings. Can I have your opinion as to which one would be the better buy today.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by JOHN on January 26, 2026
Q: The psychological make up of individuals cannot be overstated when making financial decisions. For example, I have done well with EIF over the years; great management, fiscally conservative yet growth oriented, good industries . It’s been “ up and to the right “ for years. I do not intend to sell this long term winner , but yet when I look at it to deploy new money , I think “ It’s at all time highs, too expensive , don’t buy “. Weird eh ?
Read Answer Asked by Derek on January 21, 2026
Q: My wife (71 YO) has these stocks in her TFSA as well as $47K cash. What do you think of these holdings? Suggestions on possible purchases? Sell/keep these holdings?
Read Answer Asked by James on January 07, 2026
Q: what would your top 5 dividend stock in North America?
Read Answer Asked by Gary on January 06, 2026
Q: Morning
Please rank these 3 in terms of buying opportunities and dividend. I own all 3, and want To add to 1
EIF. T. CNQ
Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Michael on January 06, 2026
Q: How would you define a "core holding" in a portfolio? The above listed companies I consider to be core holdings. Does this list broadly match your definition of what type of companies should make up core holdings in a portfolio? Are there names in that list that you would NOT consider to be "core holdings"?
Thank you for your work and please deduct as many credits as you see fit.
Read Answer Asked by John on December 05, 2025
Q: Good afternoon Troops. 65y/o retiree looking to reduce my holdings and consolidate into an easier to manage portfolio. I have chosen six ETFs to give me some international and US exposure, some using covered calls for income. For the Canadian side of my portfolio I have chosen these ten stocks that would be my core holdings going forward. Can you please comment on this strategy and if these stocks are suitable for my situation. Cheers.
Read Answer Asked by Neil on November 27, 2025
Q: I hold both of these industrials. EIF has done much better during my hold period plus I get a decent and seemingly secure dividend. CAE is one company that should get tailwinds from increased defence spending, sometime. I'm thinking of selling CAE and increasing EIF. No tax issues. Your thoughts, please?

Many thanks and BTW, I feel like 5i is a reliable source of information and guidance with your subscribers best interests up front
. Keep up the great work.

al
Read Answer Asked by alex on November 09, 2025
Q: Retired, dividend-income investor. I am a little short on Industrials and am looking for a few ideas for me to do further research. I have a full position on WSP (trimmed it multiple times, having bought it at $36 in 2014). I also own CDZ, ZLB, ZWC, each having roughly 10% industrials.

Some initial ideas I have include CNR, TFII, and other stock and ETF ideas from you. I would prefer that you screen for having a dividend (>2%-?).

Thanks for your help....Steve
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on October 30, 2025
Q: Please suggest a 12 position starter portfolio of quality Canadian stocks with an emphasis on dividend growth (~10%/yr), with broad sector diversification, for longterm/indefinite hold. Current dividend yield is less important. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Walter on September 22, 2025
Q: CDN margin account
I’m up 126% on NEO which is 14.7 % of portfolio.
US margin account
I’m up 187% on OR Royalties which is 85% of portfolio (total of two stocks).
TFSA
I’m up 78% on EIF; 34% of portfolio
I have enough capital loss carry forward to offset 100% of the accrued gains in the CDN and US margin accounts. What is your advice? Click on the “sell” button for the two margin account stocks? What about the TFSA EIF stock? Should one sell, trim down?
I would appreciate your comments/guidance.
Thank you

Read Answer Asked by Gilles on September 02, 2025
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