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Q: Dear 5i
Could you provide me with the expected earnings growth rates for the year for the above mentioned stocks .
Also would your order of buying these stocks be the same order as the expected growth rates ? In other words are there any other significant factors to consider other than growth rate for the above stated stocks that might change your order of buying ? So considering the above what would your level of conviction be from highest to lowest for these listed stocks ?
Thanks again for your valuable assistance in the challenging world of stock picking . I'm pretty sure there are quite a few of us DIY investors that would be lost without the great advice from 5i Research .
Bill C
Read Answer Asked by Bill on January 23, 2025
Q: Hi Peter…A couple of days ago FWZ announced that Adam Lundin would take on the role of Chairman of the Board of Directors. Do you think the Lundin group is signalling an intent to take complete control of Fireweed in the near future? Would you be a buyer if you were willing to accept the risks? I’m assuming at some time in the future Lundin will buy out FWZ’s minority shareholders by issuing shares in Lundin. Any comments you have would be appreciated.
Looks like your prediction of a 10 bagger is coming closer! (…but still pretty far off!)
Jim
Read Answer Asked by James on January 23, 2025
Q: In the “new Trump reality” and associated statements and his expressed policies goals for the American economy directions for the near and long term would you advise/recommend your specific portfolios content/weighting adjustments in regards to geography , type of investments , cash % and any other potentially important issues ? Or should they stay as designed before the Trump second presidency term ? Certainly Trump election has generated a lot of noise in the media including business media . Thank you for your opinion and input in this obviously concerning and confusing times .
Read Answer Asked by Miroslaw on January 23, 2025
Q: Perhaps it is dumb question time, however I am struggling to understand the reported stats for UMAX. Perhaps it is an obvious answer I am missing.

As of Jan 21, 2025 the Hamilton ETF's web site says UMAX is yielding 14.67%. Just below that it shows "Total Returns (incl. Dividends)" of -4.53 for 1 month to 4.18% since inception. How is this possible without eroding the NAV (or a significant stock value loss, which I do not see based on stocks in the ETF). Scratching my head to see how this math works, as I was considering this ETF for yield in a LIF.

Thanks

Dave
Read Answer Asked by Dave on January 22, 2025
Q: I hold CROX and 2024 has been a roller coaster ride. Still up a bit though.
I am looking for clarity on holding it, based on 2 recent responses.
Dec 13, Dick asked about top 3 growth stocks in USA, and CROX made that coveted list.
Jan 22, Dave asked to rank 6 specific stocks for growth, based on 2025 estimates. On that puny list, CROX ended up last, with 0% growth forecast.
I cannot rationalize those two responses. In one case, it is one of the top stocks in America; in the other, it is last amongst six. Looking for clarity on what to think of CROX for 2025. Many thanks.
(another) Dave
Read Answer Asked by Dave on January 22, 2025
Q: I hold these REITs in a diversified portfolio. They have not been performing and are mostly close to 52 week lows. Do you see upside in these? What is your view on holding REITs like these? Should I be switching them out for something else or am I being the typical investor considering selling at the bottom :-)
Read Answer Asked by Jacques on January 22, 2025
Q: any idea if you are using you tfsa for a GIC yield if it would effect your O.A.S. to be clawed back.
Read Answer Asked by jim on January 22, 2025
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