Investment Q&A

Q: I've held XYZ in a reg account for a while now awaiting a recovery (down 50%) that never seems to take hold. I have to imagine there are much better opportunities, particularly in the US tech space. What would be some suggestions for replacement I could explore. I've had my eye on FOUR for a while, thoughts on this one as well would be very much appreciated. Thanks so much.

Q: Just wondering if you have any thoughts regarding two companies that operate in the footwear category: Deckers and Skechers. These companies appear attractive because of their offerings in the marketplace. Deckers owns the hugely popular HOKA brand while Skechers has developed the step in technology which, I think, is a game changer.

Are you comfortable with either or both for small positions in an otherwise diversified portfolio.

Thank you

Brad

Q: Good morning,

The US financial sector ( ie JPM, MS, GS...) all weaker today- any reason/ announcements that would help explain?

Thank you.

Q: Good morning 5i,

Thank you for being that "rock." I own BN and KKR. Following earnings and some downward pressure would you consider adding at this time? What would be your top 2 in this sector?

Please provide your comfortable weighting for both and preferred at this time. A good value for adding would be fabulous.

I am a little underweight in this area.
Thank you so much and please deduct accordingly.

Q: What do you think of the news from TD this morning, selling their stake in Schwab and using the money to buy back $5.6 billion of their shares? The market certainly seems to like it

Q: After a really good 2024, JWEL has starting the year off poorly. Not sure its all about tariffs. Thoughts on the stock?

Q: Is PCG a BUY. It is cheap but has had a lot of problems in California with forest fires caused by them . Is California a too risky place to invest People are leaving CA and with the recent devastation this will continue to be the pattern RAK

Q: Hi there,

GS has had a nice run up in response to their latest earnings reports.

All things considered do you think it’s still an ADD/BUY at this point?

Ok thanks!

Q: Hello 5i,
I couldn't find an answer for this question, so I hope it isn't a repetitive one. If so, my apologies.
Given that BCE will cut the dividend (even if just for argument's sake), what will be the impact on the share price? In your experience, does the size of the dividend cut generally equate to a similar sized rebound in price, or a fraction thereof? If a 50% dividend cut, what might be the potential rebound compared to a complete elimination of the dividend?
And, finally, any sense of when the board would want to have that decision made?
Many thanks for your insights - much appreciated, as always!!
Cheers,
Mike

Q: What does CLBT do. ? Do they deal with many countries What Countries ? What is outlook for Company Growth Rates . Is it a strong Buy RAK

Q: Back in August 2024 it was mentioned that if the SSSG trends for PZA flatten out for the later part of 2024 it may be worth considering. Did they flatten out and is it worth considering now.

“Same-store-sales declined again in Q2 paired with royalty pool sales and adjusted earnings declining. We want to monitor the declining SSSG trends, and if they can flatten out over the second half of the year, we would then be comfortable stepping in.”

Q: Hi,
I know interest rates are going down and I know the population of Canada may not grow as it did in the last few years. But how would you rate these reits in terms of their fundamentals, management, payout, and their risks. If you can rate from 1 to 10, 10 is the best, 1 is the worst.
Thank you

Q: What are your thoughts on this etf.
Yield is high as are the mgt fees. I think the beta would be low and the investments relatively safe

Q: Using your SMID rotation theme in the i2i report, please suggest a basket of stocks that fit this theme and an entry price if it's beneficial to wait for a pullback. Would you look at buying, for example, 5 or so at 2%? Thanks!

Q: Is now a good time to get into CDN REIT's. If so can you please select your top 3.
Thanks in advance.

Q: On Gear: I understand that 82% voted for the Gear Energy sale, and the new company Lotus. Does Gear have a timeline, for settlement with the shareholder. As an example, if one has 1000 shares, how would the settlement happen, how much cash would one receive, and how many Lotus shares ? When will Gear be delisted ? Given the poor deal that was struck by Gear, I have trouble believing 82% voted for the deal, but that is another topic, for another venue?

Q: Can you name a handful of ETF options for long term holds in my son's RESP account. Growth, dividend, and balanced. Looking for exposure in Canada and USA. I don't want the headache of managing stocks for this portfolio. I'd rather have something that I can just buy and not look at it for 15 years until he needs it.

Q: Earnings are up but outlook is down - possibly because of Kennedy appointment - would appreciate your comment as I do not seem able to access their earnings statement recording.

Q: Just re-asking a question from 2013 - "Hi..was wondering if there is a screener of non-eligible dividends for tax..bascially want to enusure purchasing correct ones outside of any sheltered portfolios...thanks"
Also, can you advise if VBAL, VGG, VIG have non-eligible dividends.
Lastly, pls advise if there's any way to check before stock purchase what the subcategories there will be of dividend income and interest income.
Thanks for your quick reply to my earlier questions.
Many thanks in advance.

Q: A recent new guest to BNN’s Market Call made Saputo a top pick. He seemed to have quite a breadth of knowledge on the company and made (to me) a compelling case for Saputo having the potential to do well from its current valuation and that there was too much pessimism on the company and seemed to see a viable path to recovery in areas that have been lagging since the pandemic and a return to previous margins that could support multiple expansion. It seemed a bit contrarian based on momentum and other factors possibly at play right now with respect to tariffs etc., and also interesting as a top pick he will be faced with defending in a years time. Any thoughts since the last question a few months ago (I think you didn't like the momentum but found it was getting “interesting”)?