Investment Q&A

Q: I have owned XIT since 2017 and use it as a proxy for my technology allocation. Based on trying to keep relatively close to my allocation targets, I have trimmed it 14 times and added it 3 times (most recently adding at $47 and $41.

It looks to my amateur eyes that we are near a reasonably strong technical support level of +/- $41, which leads me to consider topping up to my target weighting again. In January I also thought we had support at $46-47...wrong.

However, the forecasted aggressive interest rate hikes might be a headwind to each of the underlying stocks, in which case I am more than happy to sit on the cash to see what happens with the next rate increase or two.

So, it really comes down to SHOP, CSU, GIB.A, OTEX (over 74% of XIT). When you look at each individually, and then in aggregate, what does your crystal ball say for adding at this time? I suspect your answer would include...if it is an asset allocation question, just add/sell now.

Your thoughts? Thanks...Steve

Q: This company has been on my radar for quite some time. Despite major enhancements to the manufactured product, unlimited pattons, dealerships throughout the world, & attracting major investors, most notably Eric Sprott, the company continues to struggle to get those products out to Market! I fully understand that Covid has contributed to some interruption. Studies keep showing that there is a desperate need for such a product in todays market place. Just looking at financial results for year ending 31/12/21 is both mind blowing & simply difficult to understand! Would really appreciate your comments on the latest financial results and your assessment on where you see this company going! Thank You in advance.

Stan

Q: There have been no questions on STEP Energy since it's fall from about $13 down to below $1. It's now at about $3. Do you see more recovery here? Is the company healthy? Thank-you.

Q: Hi
I owned BIP.PR.D for a couple of years and liked the steady dividends. I am looking at a) another Brookfield preferred that is similar or
b) an ETF that has mostly rate reset bons with a decent dividend or
c) another preferred share from a stable company, like fortis, bce, telus, enb, trp, etc
I would like something that provides 5%, has at least 2 years shelf life. Is it possible to provide maybe 5 choices, ranked that meet the above criterion?
As always great, Len

Q: Looking at companies in these companies, some have more current business (EXAS) while others are based more on potential. Can you please rank each in order based on these two approaches:

1. Most growth potential
2. Best overall investment

Please comment briefly on why you would place a particular company as "Best in class" for approach 1 and 2.

Q: I heard someone on TV, on BNN I think, say that there is currently a severe housing shortage in the U.S. Doing some research I found one analyst stating a shortage of 3.8M units. Whether or not this is considered "severe" for the U.S. I have no idea. In any case many companies in this discretionary sector are down substantially from their highs. Could you provide your thoughts on investing in a home builder at this time? Preferably for a 2 to 3 year hold. Would Toll Brothers have the top ranking or would another builder rate better? Many thanks.

Q: I recognize this is a timing question so apologies in advance. My portfolio is 100% equities (no bonds). As I approach retirement I am thinking of moving 20-25% of my RSP/LIRA into bond ETF's. With rising rates and high inflation am I best to wait this out until we get closer to the end of the rate hiking cycle? If I was to time it perfectly (I know, I know) would it be to buy the bond funds at the interest rate peak? Please recommend a few ETF's to achieve a balanced bond portfolio and any thoughts you have on timing this.
Thanks
Rob

Q: With rising interest rates and/or possible recession, do you still like EXPI?


Leo

Q: Do you see this as a good entry point for a long term growth investor?
Thanks

Q: Are the Topicus shares distribution from CSU taxable in 2021?

Q: Your thoughts on this PD please

Q: Do you currently prefer oil companies vs gas companies for growth ? Please give me your choices in your favorite sector.
Many thanks for your advice.
Ian

Q: trucking has been down the past while. tfii has fallen with the group. do you see tfii as typical of the sector or an overperformer who will shine again? with the drop the past 10 days, would you add to a position? what do you see for the company

Q: Do you now believe Tfii. Is oversold?

Q: The US financials have come off in recent weeks. Is it a good time to be entering in VFH and or XLF?

Q: The following was in the Globe today and I quote: "Canaccord Genuity’s Doug Taylor lowered his Well Health Technologies Corp. to $10 from $12 with a “buy” rating, while PI Financial’s Kris Thompson cut his target to $9 from $10.50 with a “buy” rating. The AVERAGE is $10.12."

And yet is sits at $5.10. After a good, solid quarter. I just shake my head and wonder what I am missing?

If it wasn't for 5i I would have all my money in a sock hidden under the mattress.

Q: Part two of the spring clean up, sell ANRG and buy CJT instead. Little concerned over execution at ANRG, really like the fundamentals at CJT. Also have a position in GRN for sector exposure.

Leo

Q: I'm confused regarding your answer to Paul's question regarding capital gains. You mentioned that "Shares sold can be re-bought immediately and a new ACB established."
My question is does not one have to wait 30 days to re-buy the same holding because of the superficial loss rule? If not, please explain.

Q: In which order would you rate these stocks as the best buy right now in each sector or is there something else in each of these sectors Energy, financial, utilities that you would consider a better buy.

Q: Today you replied to request for your 10 US/Can highest conviction names and left off Google and BAM (my two largest positions). Is there a reason and if so why?