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Q: Looking for "early winners" in "picks and shovels" for AI. Please rank among listed [FN COHR CRDO ANET SMCI] or others at current prices with what you like most about potential
Read Answer Asked by sam on June 21, 2023
Q: How long do you think before AI starts changing things for companies? Where do you think we will see the first impact and what type of companies will be affected long range. I know this is a crystal ball question but your opinion of the future of AI and how we should prepare is highly valued.
Read Answer Asked by Jean on June 20, 2023
Q: A while back there was question about DIR.UN and it was asked what was the catch that this company was paying an extra high dividend something along those lines. Your answer was that when the dividend was paid the stock would drop more than what the dividend was. I tried to find the question and couldn't. I noticed Dream is down considerably lately. Is this because of the dividend that was paid? I haven't noticed it in my account lately. Thank you and hopefully you can enlighten me on this.
Read Answer Asked by Dennis on June 20, 2023
Q: If the scenario plays out of higher interest rates for longer; is it logical to presume Reits, and Preferreds, -both sensitive to interest rates, may continue to soften. I have been buying them as they are going down but wondering if this is a good strategy. Could you comment. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Pat on June 20, 2023
Q: Peter; When the US market is closed do the NEO exchange securities still trade ? Thanks
Rod
Read Answer Asked by Rodney on June 20, 2023
Q: So here is an interesting one for you. Recent (early) retiree at age 55. Let's assume I have 2 bond funds - one domiciled offshore and set up as a Trust, and the other a traditional mutual fund domiciled in Canada. Assume both have a similar return and distribution profile, as well as holdings. The offshore one only pays nominal monthly distributions, meaning they essentially go towards increasing one's adjusted cost base ("ACB"). It is not an actual cash distribution. This is good in the sense that, in theory, this reduces your capital gains when one sells. The other one pays the same monthly distribution, but it is cash, and not just nominal. As a retiree looking for cash yield, am I being short-sighted in wanting to stick with the fund that pays the monthly cash distribution, or is there something besides what is noted here that I should be more focused on with the fund that pays the nominal distribution? At this stage, all other things being equal, I am inclined to sell the offshore one and just own the one fund that is domiciled in Canada and take the monthly cash income.

And sorry about the long question. I really did try to keep this short :)
Read Answer Asked by Trevor on June 20, 2023
Q: Let's say there's a recession brewing later in 2023 and it's time to beef up our defense. I have positions in L, PBH and ATD (not sure if it counts on D) What Canadian companies do you consider the best on D, any sector? Thanks. Al
Read Answer Asked by alex on June 20, 2023
Q: Many experts say that no REIT's are necessary in a diversified if you own a home. Do you agree? How do you personally view this situation? Very curious. Thanks Ron
Read Answer Asked by Ronald on June 20, 2023
Q: Late starting a RESP. First annual withdrawal will be August, 2028. Deposits to the RESP will come from an initial funding and annual contributions thereafter. Please suggest appropriate investments in the scenario. Thank you

Read Answer Asked by Richard on June 20, 2023
Q: Hi Peter,

As a subscriber of the service since 2017 (despite being urged to join at least 2 to 3 years earlier) I am very grateful for the information and education that 5i has provided to me. I have used the balanced portfolio for my road map and couldn't be happier. I was wondering if you would't mind humoring me, and sharing what you view to be the three best selections you have made in that portfolio, the three worst, and the three you wish you had made, dating back to the inception in 2013. A small explantion why would be appreciated. This being Friday, that should give you the weekend to reminisce. Take care and have a great weekend to all of the staff at 5i.
Read Answer Asked by Kelly on June 20, 2023
Q: Hello Peter & Team:
How do u compare the income and growth for the above mentioned Co, as we come across the FSZ 8.25% ,3 yr. term offer recently. Fsz.to offers 13% dividend, and the others name above were over7%. How would u rank them from the most prefer to least prefer if i have to placed $50k - 100k into it with a 3- 5 yrs. time horizon. Thank you,
Read Answer Asked by DAVID on June 20, 2023
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