Q: I have most sectors covered thanks to your Portfolio Analytics. Thanks so much. However I have a very large and growing allocation in Vanguard Dividend Appreciate (VIG:US). My international investments (non-US) are small and need a boost. What would you suggest I do to diversify internationally using ETFs?
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Q: Please comment on earnings
Q: Good morning,
Can you please comment on the remaining assets of SNC (after its sale 10% of the 407) and would they represent( along with the general business of the company) a takeout opportunity for a competitor, perhaps at higher prices than the current market value,
Thank you,
Can you please comment on the remaining assets of SNC (after its sale 10% of the 407) and would they represent( along with the general business of the company) a takeout opportunity for a competitor, perhaps at higher prices than the current market value,
Thank you,
Q: Hi team
the above has pulled back
is it a good buy for a 2 year hold ? or too high a risk ?
any comparable company 1 or 2) in the same sector that you can recommend
as alternative?
thanks
Michael
the above has pulled back
is it a good buy for a 2 year hold ? or too high a risk ?
any comparable company 1 or 2) in the same sector that you can recommend
as alternative?
thanks
Michael
Q: Hi Peter,
For what its worth Scotiabank has a "Sector Outperform" rating on NFI. The yield sits at 6.2%, the Globe thinks the stock is a poor investment and 5i seems to be ambivalent too with, I suppose, a rating downgrade pending. Insiders seem to have cashed out so management is looking all too human so to speak. We bought the stock in 2014 and were once up 400%, took some capital gains in 2018 (used up some of our accumulated capital losses) and now are up only 100%. I'm a basic buy and hold investor so I'm thinking of hanging in there for another quarter or so. Please let me know if I am insane!
Thanks,
Jim
For what its worth Scotiabank has a "Sector Outperform" rating on NFI. The yield sits at 6.2%, the Globe thinks the stock is a poor investment and 5i seems to be ambivalent too with, I suppose, a rating downgrade pending. Insiders seem to have cashed out so management is looking all too human so to speak. We bought the stock in 2014 and were once up 400%, took some capital gains in 2018 (used up some of our accumulated capital losses) and now are up only 100%. I'm a basic buy and hold investor so I'm thinking of hanging in there for another quarter or so. Please let me know if I am insane!
Thanks,
Jim
Q: Your thoughts on earnings that were released this morning. Thanks
Q: Good morning
If I have US dollars to purchase KL on the US exchange is it the same as buying with Can $ on the Canadian exchange??? In a TFSA Or RRIF? Would one buy a full weight and then keep adding?
Thanks for keeping me on track
If I have US dollars to purchase KL on the US exchange is it the same as buying with Can $ on the Canadian exchange??? In a TFSA Or RRIF? Would one buy a full weight and then keep adding?
Thanks for keeping me on track
Q: can you comment on the earning of NVEE
Q: How was their Q?
Q: ERO Copper has been slipping yet earnings seem to be respectable. I'm close tp my stop … May I have your assessment?
Thank you
Thank you
Q: Hello Peter and team,
I am considering how to allocate the US and International equity component of my portfolio. I will be using ETF's solely held in my RRSP account which will comprise roughly 40% of my total portfolio, growing to about 45% with new deposits over time. Currently I am using Canadian-based ETF's (XUU, VGG, XMC for US and XEF and VEE for International) but I am looking at using US-based ETF's, with the idea of both reducing costs (lower MER and avoiding withholding taxes on dividends) as well as introducing some currency exposure.
In a response to an earlier question today, you indicated: "Our one comment is that the suggested ETFs might result in US dollar exposure somewhere close to 50% of the portfolio. This might make sense depending on individual needs, but 50% exposure to the US dollar might be a bit high for a lot of investors. " which has led to some follow-up questions:
In general, what would you consider to be an appropriate range for non-CDN exposure? More specifically, what factors might an investor consider in one's own situation to hep decide where in this range is personally-appropriate or whether it makes sense to exceed the suggested range?
I hadn't considered currency risk very closely, so the other member's question was quite timely and I look forward to your response. I have found 5i to be such an invaluable resource, providing so much opportunity for learning about the world of investing.
Thanks in advance,
Rory
I am considering how to allocate the US and International equity component of my portfolio. I will be using ETF's solely held in my RRSP account which will comprise roughly 40% of my total portfolio, growing to about 45% with new deposits over time. Currently I am using Canadian-based ETF's (XUU, VGG, XMC for US and XEF and VEE for International) but I am looking at using US-based ETF's, with the idea of both reducing costs (lower MER and avoiding withholding taxes on dividends) as well as introducing some currency exposure.
In a response to an earlier question today, you indicated: "Our one comment is that the suggested ETFs might result in US dollar exposure somewhere close to 50% of the portfolio. This might make sense depending on individual needs, but 50% exposure to the US dollar might be a bit high for a lot of investors. " which has led to some follow-up questions:
In general, what would you consider to be an appropriate range for non-CDN exposure? More specifically, what factors might an investor consider in one's own situation to hep decide where in this range is personally-appropriate or whether it makes sense to exceed the suggested range?
I hadn't considered currency risk very closely, so the other member's question was quite timely and I look forward to your response. I have found 5i to be such an invaluable resource, providing so much opportunity for learning about the world of investing.
Thanks in advance,
Rory
Q: Could you please provide your update on this company. Also, comment on future prospects.
Thanks
Thanks
Q: How would you compare these 2 companies. Are they in similar businesses? In your opinion which one has a better growth/risk profile?
Q: Comments on Q including the pace of transition (vs guidance) to condensates?
Q: Hi, could you please post the earning estimates - REV, EBITDA and EPS for the earnings due next week. Thanks
Q: What are your thoughts about the latest results and your future outlook ? Thanks.
Q: Given it's recent earnings, do you see the momentum coming out of AQN?. Do you feel that it is now becoming over valued?
Q: Hi, How many shares will come off the lock up period on Sep 15 ? Do you know of these shareholders - retail v/s institutional and insiders ?
Q: Could you discuss the implications of the recent news. Is this change the fundamentals significantly enough to warrant selling today?
Q: What do you make of CDN Tire quarter and purchase of PartyCity? Would you buy at this point?
Thank you
Steve
Thank you
Steve