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- iShares Core MSCI All Country World ex Canada Index ETF (XAW)
- iShares MSCI World Index ETF (XWD)
- iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index ETF (XIU)
Q: I currently own XWD in my RRSP, is this a good ETF or is there a better ETF that is similar to XWD that would be better?
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- BMO S&P 500 Index ETF (ZSP)
- iShares MSCI World Index ETF (XWD)
- BMO MSCI Global ESG Leaders Index ETF (ESGG)
Q: Wondering what you think of this BMO ETF, hedged to Cdn dollars. Volume seems to be anemic. It is a world ETF, 66% US, 31% EAFE, 3.5% Canada. Would you prefer one with solely US S&P 500 companies?
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Steve
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Q: Looking at these two ETF's what is the major difference besides price? I see the MER is higher on XWD not sure which is bigger and I assume XWD has canada in it as well unlike the XAW. Can you give me your opinion on this and which you think is better long term buy and forget.
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- BMO Low Volatility US Equity ETF (ZLU)
- iShares MSCI World Index ETF (XWD)
- Vanguard Growth ETF Portfolio (VGRO)
- Mackenzie US All Cap Growth Fund Series D (MFC4644)
Q: Hi Gentleman,
I currently have a portfolio that I do not need to access for 10 years. Currently I have MFC4644 - $100K, XWD - $160K, ZLU - $190K and VGRO - $220K. Would you make any adjustments or other suggestions to my current holdings.
Thank you,
SF
I currently have a portfolio that I do not need to access for 10 years. Currently I have MFC4644 - $100K, XWD - $160K, ZLU - $190K and VGRO - $220K. Would you make any adjustments or other suggestions to my current holdings.
Thank you,
SF
Q: Hi, Do you think ZDI and XWD could complement each other, or would there be too much overlap, thanks?
Q: Good morning, do you know if there is much overlap regarding the equity portion of these two etf,s, XWD and VBAL, thanks?
- iShares MSCI World Index ETF (XWD)
- iShares NASDAQ 100 Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (XQQ)
- Invesco Dorsey Wright Developed Markets Momentum ETF (PIZ)
- iShares MSCI EAFE Growth ETF (EFG)
Q: I am looking for an international equity ETF that has a portion (+/-25%) of its holdings in technology but a good balance of other areas? thanks, Jean
Q: Can you give me your opinion on this ETF and suggests me some that are similar or better, thank you.
Martin
Martin
- iShares MSCI World Index ETF (XWD)
- Vanguard U.S. Total Market Index ETF (VUN)
- Vanguard Information Technology ETF (VGT)
- Vanguard All-Equity ETF Portfolio (VEQT)
- iShares Global Industrials ETF (EXI)
Q: A family member (41) has roughy $15000. to invest
Currently has $2000 in XIC and the balance of $13000. in cash in a TFGS.
I was thinking VGT, XLI but would like your suggestions please
The goal is to be able to add a similar amound every year for a while.
Thank you.
Currently has $2000 in XIC and the balance of $13000. in cash in a TFGS.
I was thinking VGT, XLI but would like your suggestions please
The goal is to be able to add a similar amound every year for a while.
Thank you.
- BMO Low Volatility US Equity ETF (ZLU)
- iShares MSCI World Index ETF (XWD)
- Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap Index ETF (VEE)
- Vanguard Balanced ETF Portfolio (VBAL)
- Vanguard Growth ETF Portfolio (VGRO)
Q: I currently own 200K in vbal, 200K in vgro, 150K in xwd and 50K in vee, I am thinking of switching out vee with zlu as zlu performs better in the long run and also vee is covered in vgro and vbal.
Thoughts?
Thanks
SF
Thoughts?
Thanks
SF
- BMO Equal Weight Global Gold Index ETF (ZGD)
- iShares MSCI World Index ETF (XWD)
- Invesco FTSE RAFI Global+ Index ETF (PXG)
- Vanguard Global Value Factor ETF (VVL)
Q: Hello,
I was wondering if there are one or two diversified ETF's that cover all sectors and all geographies. Could these ETF's replace a well diversified portfolio of 30 different ETF's which cover the same/similar sectors and geographies. This would simply the maintenance of my portfolio. I would also appreciate your opinion on the effectiveness of such ETF's if they exist.
I was wondering if there are one or two diversified ETF's that cover all sectors and all geographies. Could these ETF's replace a well diversified portfolio of 30 different ETF's which cover the same/similar sectors and geographies. This would simply the maintenance of my portfolio. I would also appreciate your opinion on the effectiveness of such ETF's if they exist.
Q: If you could only buy one of these in the current market, which would you prefer and why. Is there an argument for holding both of them.
Thanks as always.
Thanks as always.
- iShares Core MSCI EAFE IMI Index ETF (XEF)
- iShares MSCI World Index ETF (XWD)
- Vanguard FTSE Developed Asia Pacific All Cap Index ETF (VA)
- Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap Index ETF (VEE)
Q: Do you like VA or better to invest in a different ETF? I own only this ETF and AFG Global Dividend Fund. The VA ETF has not performed that well and wonder if I should invest a better overall global ETF? If so what would be your recommendation?
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- iShares Core MSCI EAFE IMI Index ETF (XEF)
- iShares MSCI World Index ETF (XWD)
- Vanguard FTSE Developed All Cap Ex U.S. Index ETF (VDU)
- Vanguard FTSE Developed Europe All Cap Index ETF (VE)
- Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap Index ETF (VEE)
- Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets ETF (VWO)
- Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (VEA)
Q: Hi, thank you for the article on international stocks and the portfolio analytics.
I am now trying to decrease my Canadian home bias (40% to 25%) by increasing my international exposure (20% to 35%) and maintaining my US at 40%. My wife and I own XWD, VE and XEF in our TFSAs. I was thinking of selling XWD and adding VEE or VWO (RRSP) and/or VDU or VEA (RRSP). The switch to RRSP additions is to benefit from US withholding tax exemption.
Could I have your thoughts on the above changes. Is there too much overlap in owning all four ETFs? Could I simplify to one, two or three?
Thank you.
I am now trying to decrease my Canadian home bias (40% to 25%) by increasing my international exposure (20% to 35%) and maintaining my US at 40%. My wife and I own XWD, VE and XEF in our TFSAs. I was thinking of selling XWD and adding VEE or VWO (RRSP) and/or VDU or VEA (RRSP). The switch to RRSP additions is to benefit from US withholding tax exemption.
Could I have your thoughts on the above changes. Is there too much overlap in owning all four ETFs? Could I simplify to one, two or three?
Thank you.
- BMO Aggregate Bond Index ETF (ZAG)
- iShares MSCI World Index ETF (XWD)
- Vanguard Balanced ETF Portfolio (VBAL)
- iShares Core Balanced ETF Portfolio (XBAL)
Q: We have about $150k in a Family RESP invested in the Fidelity Clearpath 2025 Portfolio Series B ISC target date fund. On the Fidelity fact sheet it says "Series B has the highest combined management and administration fees among the series in the Program". We were put into the fund by our previous financial advisor. Funny how that worked. The current MER is 2.17%. Could you recommend two or three alternative ETF's or funds with more reasonable MER's or even possibly a handful of suitable stocks? The funds won't be needed for another five years. Thanks.
Q: Good Afternoon,
I am looking for a pure growth fund for a 25 year old. Perhaps a global growth fund that he can add to every month for years to come to maximize growth, any thoughts?
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I am looking for a pure growth fund for a 25 year old. Perhaps a global growth fund that he can add to every month for years to come to maximize growth, any thoughts?
Thanks
- BMO Low Volatility US Equity ETF (ZLU)
- BMO US High Dividend Covered Call ETF (ZWH)
- iShares MSCI World Index ETF (XWD)
- iShares S&P/TSX Canadian Dividend Aristocrats Index ETF (CDZ)
- Vanguard Growth ETF Portfolio (VGRO)
Q: Hello 5i,
I am not very bullish on the Canadian economy considering the provincial and federal politics and lack of leadership in regards to the Energy and now Agricultural Industry.
So I am thinking of splitting my portfolio up into 3 categories, Growth Stocks, Dividend Paying Stocks and ETF's for global and sector diversification. ZLU & ZWH for US low volatility and Dividend, CDZ for Canadian Dividend and VGRO & XWD for global diversification and growth. Your thoughts or recommendations would be appreciated.
Thanks,
SF
I am not very bullish on the Canadian economy considering the provincial and federal politics and lack of leadership in regards to the Energy and now Agricultural Industry.
So I am thinking of splitting my portfolio up into 3 categories, Growth Stocks, Dividend Paying Stocks and ETF's for global and sector diversification. ZLU & ZWH for US low volatility and Dividend, CDZ for Canadian Dividend and VGRO & XWD for global diversification and growth. Your thoughts or recommendations would be appreciated.
Thanks,
SF
- BMO Low Volatility US Equity ETF (ZLU)
- iShares MSCI World Index ETF (XWD)
- iShares S&P/TSX Canadian Dividend Aristocrats Index ETF (CDZ)
Q: Hi Guys
I am about to receive about 500k inheritance . I would like to invest it for income. I was thinking of just buying CDZ or would you recommend a basket of equities. My wife and I are both in our early 60s.I have a self directed account with Action direct. Thanks in advance
Mike
I am about to receive about 500k inheritance . I would like to invest it for income. I was thinking of just buying CDZ or would you recommend a basket of equities. My wife and I are both in our early 60s.I have a self directed account with Action direct. Thanks in advance
Mike
Q: what would you recommend for my 18 yo grandson just started TFSA with 11,500.00 to invest? 1, 2 or 3 ETF's or 2 or 3 companies. ( which ETF or which companies? )Thanks. Fooklin