Investment Q&A

Q: Hello, I never thought I would contemplate buying gold because I find difficult to figure out where it is headed in the future, but here I am. Gold has been going up a lot in the past year and I am wondering, what do you think would be the economic or political circumstances or scenarios under which gold would lose value in a substantial manner, say, 20%, by the end of 2025? Thanks

Q: Will both of these always trade around $50/share?

Q: How is a DRIP for VBAL advantageous for an investment in an RIF? Would it not be beneficial if the market value or the number of units increased rather than the cost base? I don't understand why my financial adviser would set this up. Please help me understand this investment in a registered account. Thank you for your invaluable service.

Q: Let’s talk taxes … According to prior Q&As , subscription to 5i Research would be tax deductible. If I subscribed to a Bundle including CMS and ETF/Mutual Fund , I assume only the basic amount (now $250+Tx) is tax deductible?
I do not subscribe to Portfolio Analytics but same question could be of interest to the members.
Thanks.

Q: Good Day,
With the recent pull back, I am considering trimming my position in BRK.B (currently 7.7% of my overall portfolio) and starting a new position in ISRG. Would you view this as a prudent move at this point in time?
Thank you,

Q: Hi 5i,
Hold or Sell.
Thanks

Q: Hi,

Propel has a lot to like. Great growth, consistent dividend raises, and a recent expansion into the UK market. Is there any reason why the share price has come off so much in the last little while? It's down 30-40% from highs a couple months ago, which seems overdone to me. Is there any risk to their business with regards to tariffs or other trade related action from the man in the white house? I know earnings are expected this week, can you share the consensus estimate please? Thanks.

Q: Would you be able to provide some insight to why the tariffs are having such a dramatic impact on the Oil & Gas industry.
President is pushing for "drill-baby-drill" but the US and CDN segments are being negatively impacted?
Your great service is much appreciated. Ted.

Q: Hi 5i,

I have a couple of questions about the noted companies - please deduct as you see fit.

I'm interested in dodging direct tariff risks, and it occurs to me that these two names fit that criterion because of their all Canadian business models. Do you think that conclusion is sensible?

Are there material differences between them leading to a clear favourite over the next 5 years? I note the SIA dividend is substantially larger than that of CSH, but would it be reasonable to assume this will be offset by greater share growth by CSH, over time?

And finally, would you consider one (or both) of them appropriate for a RRIF?

Thanks 5i - I look forward to your thoughts. Peter

Q: Can you please provide some thoughts on its recent softness. Other stocks like WSP and STN have held up relatively much better, during the current market setback. Stock price is now off over 20% + from its recent high of $84 and and continues to be in a downtrend. Is present valuation expensive, compared to its peers ?

We have a 2.5% holding with an ACB of $73. Do you see potential for recovery in the stock price or should we let it go ? Please support your view with reasons to hold or sell.

Thank You

Q: I noticed that your suggestions regarding when to buy and at what price on a long list of stocks, which included Arkk, was positive on all of the mentioned stocks except for Arkk. That surprised me. I understand that this etf is a bit of a niche market and quite speculative. I suppose it being the only negative in such a long list is what is interesting. I would be interested to hear what your major concern is?
Thanks as always for your great service

Q: MDA is up about 15% today so they must have reported good numbers today. I have a 2% weighting now breaking even. I’m thinking of buying more to increase my weighting up to 3%. Am I crazy?
Jim

Q: Hi,
Your comments please and thank you on MDA’s earnings. Market is happy today (+15%).
Cheers, Michael

Q: For Margot,

Instructions for printing tax receipt can be found on the forum

https://www.5iresearch.ca/forums/viewthread/643

Q: I have a question about Toromont Industries Ltd. How do you rate Finning versus Toromont?

Thanks.

Q: What is your assessment of prospects (5 yr) for Oceanagold, and is it buyable at current price. Are there overall better mid-tier gold producers on a risk/reward basis and, if so, could you name a couple?

Q: What would be your favorite Consumer staples/defensive names at this time and are they over valued now, or continue to be a flight to safety, considering the circumstances of the day. Your thoughts on the above or any additional companies for this sector.
Thank you,
Mike

Q: Did FN report and, if so, may I have your comments
Also, in the hopes your subscription is tax deductible, can I find the receipt at your site (gone from my emails!)?

Q: Can you please describe how you approach "swaps" in a portfolio? By that I mean swapping out one company for a very similar company in the same industry. You did this somewhat recently in removing Sun Life from the BE portfolio for Intact. (In that case I recall it was due to a better growth profile.)

My general sense is you have liked CNQ better than SU for a while now, for example. And TD better than BNS. Feel free to correct if this is not how you see it.

Appreciate there is a benefit to a certain amount of stability in the portfolio, so you won't bouncing stocks out every time the wind changes. But I'd interested in your thoughts on how you think of this aspect of portfolio construction. For example, in what circumstances might precipitate a swap in these or other cases? When would you hold still even if you like an alternative stock slightly better?

Thanks very much.

Q: what is the best etf to get in on the surge in European spending