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Q: Hi there,

I saw TD has recently introduced an all equity ETF similar to *EQT but with slight variances to exposures, and slightly less MER (i think?). Liquidity and AUM aside, how would you rank this compared to the other *EQT ETFs? And if you were to try and guestimate it's long term rate of return versus the competitors, what do you think that might look like?

Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Michael on April 23, 2025
Q: I am slowly working on reducing my exposure to the US$ given the recent commentary and negative sentiment. I am also questioning bond exposures given the Trump administrations decisions recently and hiccups it has been causing in the bond market. I have ensured the downside risk on long bonds and would like your take on the following:

1) If Trump causes crisis in the bond market which bond market and ETF would be least likely to be disrupted?

2) What is your take on the short and medium term risks to the bond market with Trumps economic non-strategy?

3) Is it a more reasoned decision to reduce bond exposures in favour of investing in shares of stable Canadian or European companies?

Thanks very much,

Dave
Read Answer Asked by Dave on April 23, 2025
Q: Hi folks, more a message for members, & why we joined/belong to 5i, and why U have to watch the webinars featured by Chris White/ Ryan Modesto/ Peter...believe back in Nov 24....Chris & Ryan had webinar where Ryan featured Sportsradar SRAD & Genius Sports GENI...never heard of either, but so convinced by Ryan...took full positions both...2 stocks have done well in chaotic conditions...Point is, Bank of America upgraded SRAD today, from "Underperform" to "Buy", T: U$28, also GENI upgraded today today with U$12 Target....bottom line: thanks to 5i of Peter & team, nothing/nobody better....merci beaucoup, jb Quebec
Read Answer Asked by John on April 22, 2025
Q: Hi 5i Team - Could you comment on the takeover of Orogen by Triple Flag Precious Metals. Orogen shareholders will receive part cash, part shares in TFPM, and shares in a new company, Orogen Spinco.

What is your assessment of Triple Flag Precious Metals.

I am a shareholder of Orogen and am debating whether to sell at the increased market price, or hold on until the arrangement goes through and then re-asses. At this point the deal looks pretty good for Orogen shareholders. Would you agree with this.
Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Rob on April 22, 2025
Q: In my accounts I hold the above. Would you please rank them for their expected total return over the next 1-3 years. Also with respect to each holding, if applicable, would you please give me a subsitute that you "prefer" or suggest might perform better in the same space.

Thanks,

Terry
Read Answer Asked by Terry on April 22, 2025
Q: Recently I asked for alternatives for MMF559 in both MF and ETF versions. you answered with the ETF options but the Mutual Fund alternatives was missing - it looks like MF but no actual choices. below is your answer.

"MER is 1.85%, and since-inception is 4.25%. Not really overly impressive.It is a global, fixed-income multi sector income fund. ETF alternatives could be: TGFI or VGAB, largely on much lower costs and decent safe income. Versus other mutual funds, performance has been OK. We found several with lower fees but also weaker than performance. If going with a mutual fund vs an ETF, we would stay the course.

Mutual fund alternatives: "
Read Answer Asked by Reg on April 22, 2025
Q: Trying to decide whether to sell stocks in my TFSA now as they are in US dollars and I might want to purchase a condo in next 4 years. I am worried now that if dollar continues to rise and if stocks go nowhere or even up a little I'll take a big hit. All great, blue chip companies that have done well in past ten fifteen years.. American Express, Chubb, Bank of America, Eli Lily, Nvidia, etc.... Any predictions on how high the CAD could go and how does one figure out a strategy when dealing with currency and declining stock prices. Thank you for your wisdom!
Read Answer Asked by Neil on April 22, 2025
Q: To what degree do you agree with the logic that the USD and US t-bills are being debased as reserve currency, and to what degree to you advise making portfolio changes?
I have assets in short and long term positions-it would be helpful to have input about both.
Read Answer Asked by Peter on April 22, 2025
Q: What do you think market reaction would be on 1) removal of Fed chair Powell and replacement by the man proposed by Pres. Trump, 2) drop of interest rates by the new Fed Chair and whether this drop would overpower the tariff influence, and 3) the liklihood of any lower interest rate euphoria quickly wearing off because of the tariffs?
Thanks a lot for you valued insights.
Read Answer Asked by TOM on April 22, 2025
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