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Investment Q&A

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Q: I own some Shell and BP shares. I heard that Shell is planning to unload a lot of its Russian assets and may take a massive accounting hit. BP also has a lot of Russian interests. Should I be thinking of selling Shell and BP, given these risks? I was thinking of holding on to them for the longer term, but all this Russian uncertainty has given me second thoughts. Can you comment?
Read Answer Asked by Ed on March 07, 2022
Q: Can you please comment on earnings. Was there anything that stood out in the conference call (either good or bad). Portfolio Analytics notes I should increase my exposure to consumer defensive and US holdings. Would you recommend starting a position in COST within an RRSP? Lastly, from an educational stand point, what metrics/factors (financial and non-financial) are good to look at when exploring/assessing a business such as Costco.
Read Answer Asked by Justin on March 07, 2022
Q: I am a retired investor and rely upon the dividends in my RRIF for income. I have owned FSZ for many years and while it pays a nice dividend (8%) it has not grown, in fact its down since I purchased it. I want to replace it.

The listed stocks pay dividends ranging from 3.9% to 5.1%. My question is which of the stocks would make a good replacement with the dividend and growth profile that will exceed the dividend of FSZ. Please list with the best first and also indicate if the risk is higher or lower than FSZ.

I have been a member for a few years now and would like to congratulate you on your service and unbiased answers. It definitely has been financially rewarding for me.

Wayne
Read Answer Asked by Wayne on March 07, 2022
Q: Hi Team,
I have been watching TOI closely. Recently (today for example most my tech are down 5-8% range). Yet TOI is up 3% as of writing this. It seems to have great support around the $85 level. Do you think that the bottom may be close to in for TOI, or is it just bouncing around until the next leg down do you figure? I know this is only your best guess, but value your opinion. I guess what I am looking for is..is it time to add to this name? Also...could you throw in some best conviction names either Cnd or US that you think are stupidly oversold right now that you think would be great buys for a 5yr plus hold? Thanks!
Shane.
Read Answer Asked by Shane on March 07, 2022
Q: I know the environment is iffy, but with tech on sale, and other tech (also on sale) flush cash, when do the bigger fish start gobbling up the smaller fish, and what, in your opinion, is holding them back? Thank-you.
Read Answer Asked by Alex on March 07, 2022
Q: Two years ago, energy fund managers were pounding the table to buy oil and gas stocks.
Whoever listened did great.
Now tech prices continue to plummet. The prices are off 60-80%.
Should I pick a few and wait two years for a similar upsurge?
Would you buy shop, lspd, dcbo, toi, nvei or nvda and please rank them with a brief overview.
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Steven on March 07, 2022
Q: Hi 5i team
I'm looking to add 1 stock to my TFSA. I'm considering Kinaxis or Descarte. Which would you add. Also curious as a good price entry point for both.
I am also considering adding Booking Holdings to my RRSP. What are your thoughts and also would appreciate a good price entry point.

Thanks Peter,Ryan and team for your valuable guidance.
Read Answer Asked by Gilles on March 07, 2022
Q: Due to need to rebalance my portfolio in which order would you sell these stocks or portions thereof?
Read Answer Asked by Barbara on March 07, 2022
Q: I'm looking for some Canadian companies that can benefit from the current oil shortage in the world. My research has turned up CJ, ERF, MEG, and NVA. Would you please rank them best to worst in terms of potental upside. As you can see, I'm looking for good growth going forward. If you can think of other possiblilties I would appreciate your choices. Also, do you see any major flaws with the companies I've indicated I would appreciate your opinions.
Read Answer Asked by Les on March 07, 2022
Q: Have been looking at FTS to compliment a retirement portfolio (have BEP). I hesitate as I am not sure if Fortis is moving or moving quickly in the right direction into renewables...is it? I know some Municipalities are restricting gas installations in new builds. I know 5i recommends Fortis, what about it for the long haul?
Read Answer Asked by Harry on March 07, 2022