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Q: Greetings:
Starbucks seems to have good growth, and cash flow, but negative shareholder equity like most of the tobacco companies. It also seems like they have a problem with CEO'S. Mr. Schultz has to be on call to return when needed. Presently he is retiring from the board. I notice that some members of 5i have shares. Good investment and growth expected? or will it be flat until it finds its bearings.
Thanks, Ben.
Read Answer Asked by BEN on January 24, 2024
Q: How do we get visibility to upcoming IPO's, particularly on the TSX/V? Are there any point of interests upcoming this year? thank you as always.
Read Answer Asked by Chris on January 24, 2024
Q: My daughter is just starting out with a RRSP account. She has some VDY and we would like a suggestion of 5 or 6 non Canadian Vanguard funds
Read Answer Asked by Ken on January 24, 2024
Q: I have held CP for some time now. Although it has fluctuated somewhat, it seems to be range bound. Do you see it having much potential to increase? I am starting to consider swapping it for FSV, which seems to just steadily increase. Any comment on that switch?

Many thanks
Read Answer Asked by Leonard on January 24, 2024
Q: I have a few oil & gas producers, actually, mostly oil. These stocks are the biggest weight on my portfolio, some down significantly. I have heard different comments on the outlook for oil...some bullish (eg seasonal factors), some bearish ( large US shale production. What is 5i's best assessment of where things are going for oil stocks?

May thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Leonard on January 24, 2024
Q: BMY:

1 What is your current assessment of BMY?

2. Its share price has dropped in the last year. Does it have reasonable prospects to increase from here?

3. It has a somewhat attractive dividend, around 4.75%. Is that sustainable? Does it have any history of dividend increases?

4. Can you describe its pipeline potential?

Many thanks for your excellent service.



Read Answer Asked by Leonard on January 24, 2024
Q: Dear 5i team.
What are some of the questions you would ask before making an investent in a startup that is private at this stage. (consumer products co)
The goal of the startup is to go public ASAP, assuming this means 1 yr or so.
Appreciate your input.
Read Answer Asked by Arthur on January 24, 2024
Q: Everyone, Richard asked a question about advisors, I don’t use one and never will. They only care about your money so they can have more assets under management- which is a status symbol for THEM. I used four advisors for two years fifteen and sixteen years ago and during our six month conversations I realized I knew more than them! So I started doing research and buying / selling on my own. I only buy the best of the best. Best decision I made and I am making more than twice the average rate of return most people are earning by buying and holding only good quality stocks. Staff at 5iresearch helps me every day with honest responses to questions. My thoughts Clayton.
Read Answer Asked by Clayton on January 24, 2024
Q: What are your sentiments on TSLA for the next 6 months? Buy / Sell / Hold?

While they do complete on quality and features, they are now also competing on price; obviously challenging for margins. Also Elon's comment about control are concerning, certainly suggesting conflict. I'd be OK sitting this one out if the 'story' will not clarify for some length of time. Energy storage systems to the rescue?

Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Robert on January 24, 2024
Q: what % allocations by sector is 5I recommending for a balanced portfolio in 2024
Read Answer Asked by Ross on January 24, 2024
Q: Are there any particularly compelling resource stocks that are worth buying currently. I have zero exposure to commodities and I am fine with that, but I am open to your recommendations, either CAD or US. I am a moderate-to-agressive investor.

Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Karim on January 24, 2024
Q: Can you please rate CALF in terms of risk/reward on a scale of 1-10 and explain the reasons for your rating? I've always stayed away from small caps as I find the sector too volatile, but CALF is giving me second thoughts. I believe this sector is set to run, but am hesitant to invest given my perception of risk. Your thoughts on this ETF are most appreciated. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Maureen on January 23, 2024
Q: Hi,
What would be your top 5 CDN consumer discretionary stocks in a RRSP for a 5-10 year hold.
Please list in order of preference for a buy today.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Marco on January 23, 2024
Q: There is a lot mentioned about digital currency being adopted by central banks - last heard to-day on Michael Campbell's show, Replacing fiat currency? In which case the central banks and by extension governments or their agencies would be able to control what we spend it on and monitor us in terms of their political agenda - a good example is this climate change fiasco whereby they use it to tax us. What do you think the mechanism would look like to replace fiat with digital? And, how would gold pricing be affected - increase demand and thus the price?
Read Answer Asked by James on January 23, 2024
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