Investment Q&A

Q: Hi!

I used to own these ETFs for my fixed income exposure. I went to 0% fixed income during the downturn last year, instead using the proceeds to buy stocks that were crushed. I'd like to slowly start to build a position again in my RRSP. Am I too early? It seems like rates have started to rise and where they go is anyone's guess, but if bonds have an inverse relationship to rising rates, aren't I setting myself up to lose money? Does a laddered approach negate that somewhat? Maybe its best to start with CBO since its Corporate credit and laddered? How would you rank these in general and in order of which I should accumulate first. I realize XHY is riskier than the others.

Thanks,
Jason

Q: Nice work guys...another growth portfolio company bought out.. can you comment on the BCI takeover?

Q: What do you recommend for adding silver to a portfolio?

Q: I would like to reduce the number of stocks I hold and one area that might be easiest to tackle first is financials. I hold ZEB, ZWC, BNS, and a lot of MFC.
I was considering selling all the above (except keeping a good portion of MFC) and putting the proceeds into FIE because of its seemingly good blend of dividend and growth..
But I need a sounding board - ZWC is the only under-performer in the group from my perspective.

Q: What has changed for these two companies over the past 5 to 6 months that has made such a dramatic change in their results? More importantly, can they be invested in safely without the worry of tanking or disapeering altogether one day. Readers should put up a long term chart like a weekly or monthly chart.
Thanks, Gerry

Q: 18 year old making first tfsa contribution what would be your top 3 stocks

Q: Not an investing question, but can you help me understand, at least a big-picture view, some of the financial impacts behind last months Texas weather?
AQN has already indicated a $45M hit as a result (and this is presumably mostly or entirely built in to recent share prices). JE apparently (?) owes $250 as a result, which they can't pay and hence are seeking creditor protection. Brazos Electric Power Co-op (of Texas) supposedly owes a whopping $1.8 billion for the same event.
To whom is that money paid (in AQN's case) or owed (in JE's & Brazos case) -- ERCOT? But ERCOT is a member/supplier-owned non-profit, and AQN, JE, Brazos et al are the members, so isn't the money just circulating among the members?
Meanwhile, the end users -- individuals and business using the power -- are paying huge electric bills. We have friends in Dallas who got 5-figure electric bills for their home!
Where does the "buck stop" in this merry-go-round?
Are you in a position to shed any light on this?

Q: Hi 5i gang,

Pls provide comments on Largo's results for 2020 and forecast for 2021, and the announcement of the appointment of Mr. Ian Robertson (former founder and CEO of AQN) to its Board of Directors.

Thx

Q: I have held this company for quite a while NDA Today a big move and and breaking even. Sales were quite high and they are linking up with another company. Does 5i have any financial info.Is this still good to keep and also Venz , making small amount of money.Would it be better to sell both and reinvest in better companies. Have held them for 2 yrs

Q: I will be converting my RSP to a RIF next year resulting in my income increasing some 50 % and with money I do not not need for my present lifestyle. The account is full of banks, reits, pipelines, infrastructure , utilities etc., as is my non registered account which is the same size as the RSP. Does it make sense to adjust the non registered account to more growth stocks , and hence less income ? I I have listed some prospective stocks. A crazy idea to reduce income and perhaps this is outside your.venue but any thoughts are appreciated. Derek

Q: It’s been a long time since anyone asked about this company, little wonder given how “boring” it tends to be. Looking back it appears debt was the concern. Can I ask for update in terms of whether it’s a buy, or ignore.

Q: Comments on the recent quarter and year end numbers please.

Also: For income, would you recommend to continue holding POW or would you recommend switching to something else? Their more recent history of dividend increases, since 2015, has been pretty good:

May 2020: 10.49%
Jun 2019: 6.02%
Jun 2018: 6.56%
Jun 2017: 7.01%
Jun 2016: 7.63%
Jun 2015: 7.33% (breaking 6 years without an increase)
Jun 2008: 20.21%
Jun 2007: 22.15%
Jun 2006: 17.04%

Thanks!

Q: I bought BAM.PR.B when the market had the big drop thinking it was a fairly safe way to collect a dividend and make a capital gain.... Now up 40% and the dividend yield has dropped to 3.7 %..... I think I have accomplished my goal and could choose something with a larger yield and better upside potential by replacing it with something like FIE maintaining my " Don't stick your neck out too far " policy for higher yield income .... { in a RRIF so no tax consequences } Your thoughts and two or three of your choices with my goals in mind ?
Thanks Garth

Q: Is Orchid Island Capital’s growth expectation sufficient to make this firm an interesting dividend source? Your suggestion of quality Canadian REIT alternatives would be very welcome, as well. Thanks!

Q: good morning i would appreciate your comments on pkt s most recent aquisition (purchase of industrial building Finch Ave) from a technical point of view, this stock has shown good upside momentum, and remains strong despite down days in the market looks like svi of old which i purchased at $1,49 per share----now over $4.00 could you kindly comment on this company going forward thank you for your earlier comments

Q: I was reading recently that there is a crackdown in China on excess capacity and pollution in the steel making industry with iron ore prices artificially extended and production expected to ramp up later this year. Do you think this could be the right time to let go of Vale?

Q: Hello 5i,
Please comment on the growth prospects for SQ FOUR NVEI LSPD and rank 1-4 as far as your preference.
Thank you
Dave

Q: What price has Roger's made for Shaw class A shares. What in your opinion is the probability of the deal going through and if it does get approved what would be the timeline. Thanks

Q: Hello 5i Reseach
What are your top 5 Canadian Stocks and top 5 US stock to buy that has the most upside in the next 2-3 years.
Thanks

Q: What is 5i position on PBA. Good yield, is there room for growth?