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Q: Retired, dividend-income investor with a well diversified portfolio (in my opinion anyway). My proxy for the technology sector is XIT and it has performed very well over the long time period I have held it. I like using your charting ability to compare XIT to QQQ or other related tech companies or ETFs....great feature!


Question #1 = With all of the "AI" interest right now, I wonder how much exposure does XIT have to the AI theme? Which of the embedded companies within XIT have AI exposure?

Question # 2 = Is there is an ETF that focuses on AI-related companies or is there an ETF that focuses on AI-generated stock picks (in any sector) and what your thoughts are?

Thanks....Steve
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on September 19, 2025
Q: What's the main thesis surrounding GRID and what drives it's growth? I know it's related to the electrical grid so it must be around the increased investment needed to improve reliability of the grid and to increase grid capacity for increased electrification but maybe I'm missing something.

Who would be its main competition and what is considered a good entry price?
Read Answer Asked by Cathy on September 19, 2025
Q: What do you think of AMD after the announcement of the new Nvidia/Intel partnership? If I understand correctly, it could it affect both AMD’s data center revenue and gaming revenue. My son, who is a gamer, still thinks AMD will do well in the gaming area. But with the US federal government taking a stake in Intel and now the partnership with Nvidia, it seems like AMD is being ganged up on on! Would you continue to hold or sell? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Kim on September 19, 2025
Q: I just received an inheritance of $350,000. I would like to invest it relatively risk free for a period of up to 12 months. I do not want to invest in the stock market (yet), as it is not yet clear what will be done with it.
Read Answer Asked by Greg on September 19, 2025
Q: Please advise Corporate Class Structure ETF in SP500, Dow Jones, Nasdaq and TSX in CDN dollars. Which account is best to hold Non-RRSP or RRSP accounts.

Is there any books or video you can refer to regarding CCS.

Thank you for your great service.
Read Answer Asked by Hector on September 19, 2025
Q: Could you please recommend a few good ETFs that deal with short term bonds? I listened to a webinar last week that suggested these and I don't know which ones to look at.
Many thanks as ever,

Marilyn
Read Answer Asked by Marilyn on September 19, 2025
Q: wondering what is your opinion on these CLO's?
How safe are they and what is the yeild. having trouble finding out any info on them.
Would they be a safe alternative to GICs for income?
I see the volumes traded are low as well.
Thanks
Jeff
Read Answer Asked by JEFF on September 19, 2025
Q: First I second JB Piedmont’s comments about Peter and the team he has built over almost 2 decades (?).

Must almost be time for a special celebration.

So with that degree of faith in the team and recognizing no hits a home run everytime that I continue to hang on to CROX instead of dumping it and putting the money into gold or AI or MAG 7.

The basics look good including low PE but it just seems to be limping along. Part of the my underwater situation has been my buying at the wrong time. So Sell, Hold or Buy more. And at the end of the day I acknowledge that it is my call. But a more informed opinion would be appreciated .
Read Answer Asked by Donald on September 19, 2025
Q: Can you name 5-10 stocks in the US or Canada that seem to have been unfairly punished this year, or even lately, such that it would be a good time to pick them up. Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Derek on September 19, 2025
Q: On Sep 12, 2025 you commented:

GIB.A can benefit from AI, and it is heavily investing in AI, but some consultant roles can be replaced by AI, and overall we think there are more interesting names in the market right now for the growth model portfolio.

Who are the more interesting names? Canadians, American and Why do think they will do better?
Read Answer Asked by Tom on September 19, 2025
Q: Hello 5i. I am now planning to help my 30 year old daughter invest $10K of RRSP for a long term value. Can you recommend 3 stocks and 2 ETFs? As well, given current conditions, would you recommend equally spreading the investments over 3-6 months or invest in one full swoop given current conditions? Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Kathryn on September 19, 2025
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