Investment Q&A

Q: I still have some money in a Canadian short-term bond index ETF ( VSB) which has recently paid about 2.6% annually and a healthy cash balance across both registered and non-registered accounts.
Considering where we are in the economic cycle, record low interest rates and expected US FED policy direction for the next year or two, can we anticipate this rate to continue for the next year? Do you have any other investment areas where one could look to invest?
Thank you

Q: I currently have HXS and a large holding in Apple stock, All in a registered account. Thinking about adding QQQ-Q, for additional exposure to FANG stocks. Your thoughts thanks

Q: Do you have any ideas or suggestions how to invest in eSports, aside from investing in game publishers (Blizzard, EA)? While the publishers will clearly make money, it seems like the companies associated with streaming/tournaments/professional teams have a lot of growth potential as well. But eSports seems like the wild west right now, with lots of small outfits starting up 'professional teams'. Are there any companies in this space (teams/streaming/etc) that seem more legitimate than others?
I'd appreciate your thoughts on this industry and where you see the growth here.
Thanks!

Q: Good Morning 5i team, Could i please have your updated view on Orefinders, do you recommend as an investment at this time?
Thanks for the continued great service.
Rob

Q: Can I get your thoughts on this consumer staples stock, especially in regards to its dividend which seems high for a US stock?

Q: Can you provide an update on this security?
Where does it rank in terms of best ideas?
Is it a compelling buy?
Thanks

Q: Hi guys - when (if ever) does it make sense to sell individual stocks and replace them with a focused ETF? For example, I hold the 3 chip stocks above (though only for about 3 months, so only modest gains) since I expect AI, gaming and 5G to be areas of growth in the next few years. Would it make sense to sell these and replace them with SMH, which holds 25 semi-conductor stocks? These 3 are among the top SMH holdings and SMH holds other interesting stocks like TSM, ASML and MRVL. Obvious downsides are that buying SMH would add stocks that aren't currently doing so well (INTL) and would dilute my concentration in these 3. For a non-professional, part-time investor does this simplification make sense or does it significantly limit the upside?

Q: Happy new year!
A general question. I'm keeping 15% cash in my TFSA. I'd like to spend them whenever the market drops. However they don't generate interest. I'm wondering if there are anything such as bonds that gives me daily interest, or at least short term interest. If so could you suggest what bonds would be a great buy.
Thanks!

Q: Hello
This year, I plan to purchase an emerging market ETF (thank you for the suggestion) for my and my husband's TFSA. My question is - should I put most of the funds in a few lump sums or monthly over a year? Emerging markets seem undervalued compared to other markets and this fund has been steadily increasing which makes me think it will steadily increase over the year.
thanks

Q: To further clarify your answer on swapping BEPC and BEP.UN, assuming there are no tax implications, what premium do you think is reasonable?

Q: I am trying to find the relative valuation of this ETF to its past. It appears to have a PE of about 24. Maybe you see something different. I would assume it is expensive. The holdings consist of very large, high quality companies - a lot of "go-to names". Is there a site or any resource where I can compare today's valuation to other years ? I'm one who hates over-paying for an investment.

Q: May I please have the names of 4 or five junior copper producers that have growth potential and are located in relatively safe jurisdictions?
With appreciation.
Ed

Q: Back on Nov 11, a question was asked which 5 etf’s you would choose for a well diversified portfolio. Do you think this would provide enough diversification or would you rather choose a specific fund(s) for each sector if given the choice? Assuming the answer is yes, which etf’s would you choose today? Thanks for your sage advice!

Q: Scotia and Canacord are putting out reports very bullish on base materials. what are your top 5 both in large cap and small cap opportunities ?

Q: Hi Folks,
Looking to add to my TFSA for 2021 - want something with some growth for a 5+ years hold - I am looking at NVDA, PINS, PLTR, U, CRWD, CSU, KXS and SHOP - can you recommend in order of preference.
Thanks

Q: Happy New Year and thank you for all your wise advice over the last tumulus year. Between ATD and DOL, which of these 2 companies do you feel offer the best investment opportunity over the next 5+ years, taking into consideration, stability, risk, dividend and sales growth.
Thank you

Q: how do you feel about SIGNAL - US AND TELEGRAM after whats app's new rules - which one do you prefer for a longer term investor aeend why - where does telegram trade and the symbol? thanks for the info - Karen

Q: How can one play the US10Y which had risen 24% in one month?

Q: K-Bro Linen has had a nice increase since your last comment on Nov 12, 2020. Has your outlook been revised on this based on the current share price? I hold a very small position. Would you still hold, or consider other alternatives elsewhere?

Q: Thank you for the great service. I was wondering in the HOT space of EV's are there any standout companies either producing a vehicle you like as an investment or an infrastructure play for charging stations or battery production? I have listed some of the companies I have on a list but I own nothing in this space... Really wishing I had bought Tesla 10 years ago when first looking at it... As they say could of would of should Have. I try never to look back but sometimes it is tough LOL