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Q: Could you explain why banks are not doing phenomenally well given the interest rate increases?

I understand that it may lead to fewer loans and some defaulted loans, but surely floating-rate loans and the higher interest of new loans would far out-profit these.

On that note, would you recommend locking in a floating rate mortgage at this point?
Read Answer Asked by Kevin on March 13, 2023
Q: Good morning!
As a dividend investor, I am noting that BNS now pays 1.25% higher dividend than EIF. I hold full positions in each. I am considering selling EIF and doubling down on BNS. I see BNS as having - as well as a higher dividend - an upside in the order of 50% when the economy stabilzes and perhaps the Ukraine war is over. I do see growth from EIF, but think that in a 2 to 5 year window EIF might see steady growth with perhaps a maximum of 25% upside, seemingly less than the bank. What do you think of this reasoning, and are there any reasons why this might not be a good idea? This swap would be in registered accounts (50% TFSA and 50% RIF), so there are no immediate tax implications.
Thanks! ... Paul K
Read Answer Asked by Paul on March 13, 2023
Q: Please rank the above companies for level of risk and do you think that our Canadian banks could ever be subject to the issues at SVB? Is BN risky? I read one person writing how his advisor won't let him buy it. Feeling like I don't have much trust in anything right now. How is an investor to handle this uncertainty? I definitely see the benefits of diversity as you had always pushed. I'm also somewhat confused as most advisors have been pushing financials due to the benefits associated with rising rates. Your calm advise would be appreciated.
Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Neil on March 13, 2023
Q: In my last question I did not have the correct symbol for Sentinel One. (question picked up on Sherrit, which I don't own) Please compare the three cybersecurity companies in terms of hold for recovery, sell for tax loss. I am holding all three at a loss.
Read Answer Asked by Maureen on March 13, 2023
Q: Hi Peter and Team, in what specific TSX traded product would you put $100k Cdn today if you wanted safety and availability over the next 6-12 months ? Recent comments here suggest HSAV may not currenty be the best choice. I apologize for asking re: well trodden ground but I must confess I'm a little confused re: the best choice. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Paul on March 13, 2023
Q: My sister needs to park around $90,000 which she intend to put on a house down-payment next February.

She can get around 4.5% for a 9-month GIC.

From reading your website over the years, I know that the above funds are also an option. However, I don't know how to judge the return that can be expected.

Which of the two options (GIC or one of these funds) would you recommend?

Thanks as always.
Read Answer Asked by Kevin on March 13, 2023
Q: Hi Peter and Team,

Happy Friday! Question for you about investing in vehicles related to copper. It feels like we are in and headed for a greater supply crunch for Copper as a commodity and I am wondering what your thoughts are on the direction of copper and best ways to be involved in the sector.

I put Foran Mining Company as the specific company for this question as I know Pierre Lassonde is involved in that and he is a legend in the industry so curious on your thoughts on it or if you have other ideas. Please feel free to take more than one credit if this is multiple questions.

Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Marc on March 13, 2023
Q: Peter; Do you think Powell would dare to do a 50bp hike in the face of the SVB debacle- could this actually be a silver lining for him ? Thanks
Rod
Read Answer Asked by Rodney on March 13, 2023
Q: Is there any way of knowing if companies like STC, CTS, and other Canadian techs have deposits at SVB?
Read Answer Asked by Kerry on March 13, 2023
Q: What are the companies getting attractive in these times?..I bought some BN..it had a 4% drop yesterday..Please suggest any quality companies to watch. Thanks.

Shyam
Read Answer Asked by Shyam on March 13, 2023
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