Investment Q&A

Q: Hi Peter,

I wonder if you might provide some colour on the Pret a Manger franchise agreement, how have things progressed. Would this be a a reason to purchase A&W stock and does the agreement allow stand alone stores separate from A&W.

Cheers,

Q: Greetings 5i,
This ETF was mentioned in an earlier question today. I can't find 'MAGS'. Is there a typo?
Also, are there alternative ETFs that hold the 'magnificent seven' that have been around for longer?
Thanks as always
SP

Q: Hello 5i,

Mid 60's couple in early retirement is asking for Bitcoin advice. We purchased Bitcoin in 2020 and sold the ETF when Bitcoin hit $63k usd. Since then we have missed two strike points to get back into the game as a 1/2 position.

Would you buy a Bitcoin ETF today or wait a few days to see if prices settle in? If one is to hold for the ETF for10 years would you purchase a CAD or USD ETF?

Thank you
D&J

Q: Trying to gauge potential runway for growth. Particularly market cap proxies. Are there any comparables that make sense. Do you see this eventually in time exceeding its all time highs? Are you buyers at todays price.

Q: I want to add an REIT to a non registered account. Which one of the above would be a good choice.

Q: 5i, hypothetical question ... if I sell all of my cash account (15 stocks) , and my capital gain is 300K, is it 27% ~ of 300K I would have to pay ... and : Is there a way to reduce my contribution to the tax pool.
thank you

Q: MAGS Good morning, your thoughts on this ETF,
Thanks
Peter

Q: What is your outlook for the year ahead for MDA? I am considering adding to my position in this stock.

Q: I would appreciate having your insights and comments on Major Drilling (MDI) as a possible investment.

Q: Good day all. Back in august 2023 you mentionned Mewmont might not be the best choice for a gold miner. Morningstar US is recommending it this week and rates it as undervalued. What is your opinion on this stock at this time? Is it a good time for gold stocks? I need a materials stock for my TFSA or Cash account. If not this one can you please suggest another? Please deduct neccessary questions credits. Thank you.

Q: I am looking at some of my struggling stocks- any comments on whether greener pastures are better found elsewhere and where to go?

Q: I would appreciate your overview comments on Chemtrade Logistics press release today of their 2024 guidance and the 10% increase in their dividend.
Thank you

Q: What differentiates NXT from other recent IPO’s such as ARRY or FTCI to make NXT a top solar investment idea for 2024?

Q: I have in my RRSP $60,000 in this fund for many years original $37000 investment, should I leave my funds in TDB3088 Or there is better alternative.

Q: Hi 5i team. What do you make of Tourmaline's January 14 news regarding their EP activity update and dividend news? The stock has been taking quite a kicking today. Can you shed any light on why the market is down on this name? Thanks.

Q: Could I please get your view on WCP? I am currently down a $1.8K. Hold or move on?

Q: I see opportunity here to purchase a company that has a single resolvable problem that will not cost any more capital other than that which was lost. Reputational damage will be in the rearview mirror in 12 months. Likely sooner than that the shareprice will begin catching the developing favorable winds of the precious metals sector.

Would 5i agree, dissagree, or add anything to this brief thesis?

Q: Good morning,

I own a substantial amount of MAW 108 in my Non Registered, TFSA and RRSP accounts.

After reviewing the numerous questions relating to VFV ETF and closely examining the annual performance of MAW 108 over the last 15 years, it is clear to me that VFV ETF has performed much better on the whole over a long period and that VFV or HXS would have been a better choice .

Given that there would be substantial capital gains tax incurred by replacing MAW 108 with VFV ETF or HXS ETF in my Non Registered account and therefore not an appealing option, what are your thoughts on:

Q1. Replacing MAW 108 with VFV or HXS in my TFSA and RRSP accounts;

Q2. Are there any withholding tax considerations in holding VFV or HXS in my TFSA and RRSP accounts?

Q3, Is VFV your preferred recommendation over HXS ETF, ZSP ETF, XUS ETF for holdings in a TFSA and RRSP account?

Thank you and I will await your usual sage and valuable advice.

Q: I am down $3,800.00 on ZWB (15% of portfolio) and down $9,600.00 on ZWK (2% of portfolio).
What is your view on the banking sector. Do you see a full recovery or is it going to take a while? Should I hold or cut back?

Q: Good Morning
Your answer to a recent question regarding the difficulty selling your losers certainly hit home with me. I had bought ARKK pretty much at the peak buying into the Cathy Wood hype and also placating my need to not miss out on the next “Big Thing”. The fund as you know invests in many new innovation and concept stocks.
Would you endorse a switch to something like Celsius? You have been positive on this stock months ago and I wished I pulled the trigger then.
Thank you