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Q: I have been patiently waiting to add a water themed stock to my US holdings. AOS has underperformed this year, what is your thoughts of taking a position in AOS? At what entry price would you be interested in taking that position. Is XYL a better alternative, if so, what entry price would interest you.
Read Answer Asked by eric on June 11, 2025
Q: Hello,
I am looking to add to my US non-registered account. Retiring soon and looking for safety & sustainable growing dividends. Which of these do you prefer and why? Is there something else you would suggest? I am building up my portfolio and have small holidings in GOOGL/JNJ/VICI.
Thanks, Leah
Read Answer Asked by Leah on February 05, 2025
Q: Hello Peter,
Is AOS smith a good long term hold? What is your view on payfare's announcement of losing a major customer? Is this still worth holding for potential decent return in the long run given it is in fintech space? thanks very much
Read Answer Asked by umedali on October 01, 2024
Q: Hello Peter,
I am trying to decide to between Disney , Vertiv Holdings, and AOS smith.. I know they are in different industries, However, based on risk and reward which is a better stock.. Are you able to suggest a ranking based on value play versus growth.. Much appreciated.
Read Answer Asked by umedali on September 03, 2024
Q: Hi Everyone at 5i!! I was considering adding the following to my dividend/growth retirement portfolio: APD, AOS, and GPL. I would value your thoughts on the suitability of these stocks for such a portfolio and the stability of these stocks in a recession. Cheers, Tamara
Read Answer Asked by Tamara on July 06, 2022
Q: Hi 5i,
I currently own Cnr 4%, ata 3%, tfii 3%.
For diversity and best 2022-2023 prospects, which does 5i like best: aos or itw or wsp? Which has the highest projected growth for the next two years? Which is the best value at today’s prices? Is there an industrial in Canada or the US that 5i likes better? Perhaps Nvee?
Tia,
Read Answer Asked by Kat on January 27, 2022
Q: May I please have your opinion and analysis on A.O. Smith, a company that was just downgraded by Goldman Sachs. Also, is Edwards Lifesciences worth holding or do you have an alternative choice in the sector?
With appreciation,
Ed
Read Answer Asked by Ed on October 04, 2018
Q: Hi Team,

Would like to get into the 'water theme. Would love to know your thoughts on AOS? And could you list some other good water themed stocks in US and Canada which are good investment for growth oriented investor. Thank you kindly. From Chris.
Read Answer Asked by Chris on August 04, 2017