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Q: Hi Peter, Ryan and team,

With the craziness of the market now, what top 5 US stocks are going to be a good buy opportunity?

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Marvin on March 17, 2020
Q: In light of current market actions and the now widely anticipated economic recession, I am looking for your thoughts on stocks you would buy for long term (10 plus years) and/or forever holds -- Canadian and U.S. names please. I am investing for retirement (within 5 years) but also for our heirs. We have built a portfolio of sleep at night holdings over the past 25 years and just looking to tweak the portfolio. Although we do not like to see these kinds of volatile markets, we also do not get freaked out by them. We have ample cash or near cash always in hand to combat such actions -- something you learn through experience! Thanking you in advance for your answer.
Read Answer Asked by Mary Ann on March 16, 2020
Q: First off I just want to say thank you so much for your special report you issued last week. For a young investor like myself who has never been through events like we currently are experiencing your advice has been extremely valuable to help navigate these uncharted waters.

I have been sitting on some cash and would like to increase my technology (both Canada and the US) exposure as it is low right now. I am comfortable with moderate risk. I have a few questions on this subject so feel free to subtract as many credits as you see fit:
1) For Canadian tech companies, after reading your special report and the Q&A's, it seems you like CSU, KXS, DSG, and SHOP. Would you recommend buying these individual companies (or others?) or would XIT be a reasonable alternative with these 4 companies composing ~61%? Or is there another tech etf you would suggest?
2) For US tech companies (or any US company for that matter), with the Canadian dollar being low, would you recommend looking at specific US companies or a Canadian ETF that holds US tech companies? I am worried the exchange would eat into possible returns. Do you have any recommendations (e.g. I have seen you mention XQQ for an etf, SKYY highlighted in etfupdate, and companies like MSFT, GOOG, TEAM, etc)?

Thanks for all that you do.
Read Answer Asked by Justin on March 16, 2020
Q: I’m looking deploy some cash. I read your report on which Canadian stocks to look at but can you recommend 3-4 American stocks to start picking away at?
Read Answer Asked by sean on March 13, 2020
Q: Hi 5i Crew,
I have the funds to purchase a position in one of either NVDA, TEAM or TTD (in a fairly diversified portfolio). Considering the recent pullback and economic deterioration due to covid19, what is your take on these companies short and long term? Would it be prudent to jump in now with depressed valuations? Thanks in advance.
Read Answer Asked by Bob on March 12, 2020
Q: Hi 5i
I greatly appreciate and follow your US recommendations. My LIF has suffered serious losses and I wound like to build it back up with one of these US holdings or another you could suggest for a 2-3 year period. If all are suitable, please list in order of preference based on growth over risk.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Gary on March 03, 2020
Q: You provided a CDN wishlist in today's comments to get us started. Thank you. Could we please get the US equivalent?
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Joel on March 03, 2020
Q: I currently hold the following technology equities in my portfolio: AAPL, TEAM, CSU, and LSPD. I'm considering selling LSDP (up 14%) and purchasing either SHOP or DSG. I would like a bit less volatility and more consistent growth. Does this seem reasonable and which would you choose or do you have another idea?
Thank you for your advice.
Read Answer Asked by Lyle on February 24, 2020
Q: I was wondering what US stocks will do well in the short term.
-Jay
Read Answer Asked by jay on February 20, 2020
Q: Hi 5i Team; what are your short term (6 mos) and long term view of CRM. I am interested in growth with some risk. As well I would like your suggestions on any other US stocks with good growth prospects. Thanks for all your previous help.
Read Answer Asked by John on February 18, 2020
Q: Hi 5iR team, Many brokerage houses start each New Year by attempting to consolidate their best stock ideas for the year in a comprehensive list.....their Conviction List. I'm wondering if I may ask 51R to do the same? If I was to canvas the 5iR Staff stock experts what would the majority agree on to be your best 5 stock ideas, give or take a few, for 2020? Thanks team. Chris

Read Answer Asked by Chris on February 12, 2020
Q: Dear 5i
I'm looking to add a higher growth stock in my TFSA and was wondering which of the following will do better in terms of earnings over the next 1-2 years ......CAE , WSP or BYD .
I was also debating between TEAM and NOW for the TFSA as US possibilities . I would appreciate your thoughts .
Thanks
Bill C
Read Answer Asked by Bill on February 11, 2020
Q: Hi, I'm currently holding these stocks for Tech (21% of portfolio):
SHOP,KXS,GIB.A,FB,GOOG, LSPD, CSU, XLNX

I've been looking at TEAM, TTD, AYX but haven't pulled the trigger. Would any of these overlap with my current holdings? Which one would you purchase to compliment my current holdings? I know its highly personal as well, but what would be your max sector allocation? I'm a long term growth investor. Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Keith on February 10, 2020
Q: What might be your top 5 picks in the SAAS area?
Read Answer Asked by Brad on February 03, 2020
Q: Own a bunch of the 5i favourites outside of the above. Building up cash to deploy in a TFSA. Thoughts on these for the long run and buying today? I like the CDN names as you have reports on them and it give a bit more confidence in the name. I do own KXS and was wondering if there is overlap with DSG?
Read Answer Asked by Sal on February 03, 2020
Q: Hi, I am looking to deploy some US dollars I have in cash. My thinking is to focus on US tech - in particular the software, internet and semiconductor industries. Could you recommend names in each industry you feel would be a good choice, considering solid companies with growth prospects that could be held longer term?
Thank you for all your hard work!
Dawn
Read Answer Asked by Dawn on January 27, 2020
Q: I work for a fintech company and we use the services of the above company. Thoughts on them as a group? want to add these as they fit buy what you know thinking

thanks
sal
Read Answer Asked by Sal on January 20, 2020
Q: Seasons Greetings 5i!!
About a year ago a member asked you for a sample "growthy" USA portfolio.
You responded with the above listed stocks which have returned about 35% YTD.
Would you make any changes today twelve months after you first recommended it?
Thanks for all you do for all your help! It is has honestly been life changing for us and truly appreciated!!
Regards
Dave
Read Answer Asked by Dave on January 06, 2020
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