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Q: Good morning

I am currently looking to exchange approx $100,000 US to CDN...however, was wondering if I should wait until the announcement of the US rates in June...do you think it is more or less priced in...also, at this time would you invest in US market and look for more upside prior to conversion...I would make approx 34% on exchange currently, then invest in CDN...no tax issues or allocation concerns...

In addition, where do you see current upside in US (3 stocks) and CDN (3 stocks)...

Thanks..feel free to deduct for additional questions...

Matt
Read Answer Asked by Matthew on May 26, 2017
Q: A friend worked at PEO a few years back and mentioned the stock to me at .30 saying in conversation the CEO - who she had a great respect for - suggested he was building this company to a $10.00 share price. After watching the company, I took an initial position, then added to it when 5i came on board. I am overweight now and it continues to rise. I'm curious why he would pick $10.00, would that be a market cap where bidders would step in, an exit point perhaps? I realize you cant read minds, but after seeing companies built and sold, any thoughts here? What would be the main risks with this company?
Read Answer Asked by Charles on May 26, 2017
Q: Responding to Ernie’s question about stock quote software.

I use a program called MSMoney quotes which downloads stock quotes (and currency exchange rates) from most major indexes. The quotes are directly uploaded into MS Money which microsoft has made available for free since they no longer are developing it. I use MS Money to track performance, dividends, and other transactions for stocks spread across 9 different investment accounts. And MS Money allows me to export my stock data into an excel sheet I wrote which performs sector, currency and risk analysis on my entire portfolio.

Hope this helps.
Read Answer Asked by John on May 26, 2017
Q: There is growing concern by well-respected economists and investment analysts about what appears to be out-of-control government debt - especially in the Western World. Like the 2008-09 mortgage crisis, a time when "nobody saw it coming" (fortunately the online investment program I listen to weekly had me prepared 18 months ahead) most people have their collective heads in the sand once again.

I have no idea what the end game is, but while I was prepared for what was eventually to become known as the Great Recession, I don't know how to prepare myself this time.

I am 70% in dividend growth stocks, 30% cash. I don't plan to sell any stocks but am not putting anymore money in the market at this time. Recessions historically occur about every 8-10 years, and this bull is arguably getting extended.

I've added some gold bullion and a bit of CEF.

I believe you had mentioned, if I'm not mistaken, about keeping under $100K at any given institution to avoid any potential future bank "bail-ins".

What other ways can one diversify?

I realize there are enough "chicken littles" out there that we have to listen to, and am aware of the potential missed opportunities of timing the market. I just want to make sure I protect enough of my assets, as I am only 20 months away from retirement. This kind of prudence has served me well in the past just ahead of the 2000-2001 Tech Wreck and the mentioned housing crisis.

Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by James on May 26, 2017
Q: Hi Peter, Ryan, and Team,

As a long-term investor, I've been happy with A&W's performance, but note that John Heinzl in his Globe & Mail column "Stars and Dogs" is now referring to it as a "dog" due to the first decline in same-store sales in four years. Would you stay the course with this stock or look for greener pastures elsewhere? As always, thanks for the valued advice.
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on May 26, 2017
Q: I typed these 3 companies into the companies addressed box and none showed up - they are from the US on deck watch list - Take Two (TTWO), SORL AUTOPARTS, GPRK GEO PARK. So I went about it this way to ask about them. Could you give me your opinion about them and is it too late to get into them now? Thanks, Dennis
Read Answer Asked by Dennis on May 26, 2017
Q: It seems like the places to be near and mid term are US and Europe for growth and not Canada for the time being. I have exposure in Canada already with Utility and Financial dividend payers which I will continue to hold, could you recommend your favorite ETFs for some exposure to US, Europe and possible Emerging markets if you like the EM.
Also, could you comment on the "Hedged to CAD" ETFs---It seems to me we trade ETFs like stocks through our brokerage accounts in CAD, so why worry what the ETF managers are doing as far as currency is concerned?
Read Answer Asked by Randy on May 26, 2017
Q: Hi 5i. Trying to improve sector allocations. Currently we have only 3.5% in Industrials.
I am looking at XGI - iShares S&P Global Industrials (CA$ hedged). This ETF has only 1 holding which is EXI - iShares Global Industrials US$ ETF. We are looking at investing CA$ funds and don't wish to convert. Questions :
- Do you think that XGI has sufficient size (current net assets ~$40M) for an investment ?
- Do you know if there is an "un-hedged" version of XGI ?
- Do you think that somewhere between 10 and 15% should be allocated to Industrials ?
- Any other thoughts on a Global Industrials ETF ?

As always, thanks for your help. Much apreciated. T
Read Answer Asked by Terrance on May 26, 2017
Q: What is the best way to access and evaluate high yield bonds in Canada and the U.S.? I would like to add some risk to my portfolio, and improve the yields. My online investment platforms (RBC,TD) do not seem to make them available. Is there a better way?
Read Answer Asked by Michael on May 26, 2017
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