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• Intuitive Surgical Inc. (ISRG $452.07)
  • $452.07 P/E (TTM): 57.44X Cap: $160.54B
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• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
  • $438.71 P/E (TTM): 28.69X Cap: $111.44B
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• AbbVie Inc. (ABBV $208.84)
  • $208.84 P/E (TTM): 88.49X Cap: $369.38B
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• Johnson & Johnson (JNJ $243.04)
  • $243.04 P/E (TTM): 22.03X Cap: $585.38B
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• Eli Lilly and Company (LLY $935.58)
  • $935.58 P/E (TTM): 40.77X Cap: $883.95B
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• Merck & Company Inc. (MRK $120.87)
  • $120.87 P/E (TTM): 16.6X Cap: $298.83B
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• iShares Biotechnology ETF (IBB $169.43)
  • $169.43 P/E (TTM): 20.63X Cap: $8.17B
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• IDEXX Laboratories Inc. (IDXX $569.55)
  • $569.55 P/E (TTM): 43.54X Cap: $45.29B
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• Halozyme Therapeutics Inc. (HALO $64.49)
  • $64.49 P/E (TTM): 25.49X Cap: $7.64B
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• Incyte Corporation (INCY $95.93)
  • $95.93 P/E (TTM): 14.97X Cap: $19.09B
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• Catalyst Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CPRX $24.69)
  • $24.69 P/E (TTM): 14.61X Cap: $3.01B
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• Gilead Sciences CDR (CAD Hedged) (GILD $28.44)
  • $28.44 P/E (TTM): 367.66X Cap: $237.13B
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Q: We have accumulated 11 healthcare stocks and 1 ETF, While LLY and ISRG are at half positions the rest are at initial 25% positions. Please advise [help!] us get to a more concentrated portfolio with a 3+ year horizon for reasonable opportunities in healthcare

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Read Answer Asked by sam on January 13, 2026

• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
  • $438.71 P/E (TTM): 28.69X Cap: $111.44B
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• CRISPR Therapeutics AG (CRSP $49.51)
  • $49.51 Cap: $4.75B
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Q: What is your opinion regarding the future of CRSP? Buy, sell, hold?

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Read Answer Asked by Judith on May 21, 2025

• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
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Q: May I please get your thoughts on this company? I like their new non-opioid pain killer that was just approved by the FDA for a strong growth prospect. I am curious what you think about the existing business and the fundamentals/financials of the company. Thanks.

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Read Answer Asked by Marco on February 14, 2025

• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
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Q: Hi 5i,

Would you please provide your opinion on Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) as a 3-5 year investment.

Does their recent announcement related to an FDA approved non-addictive, non-opioid painkiller have promise?

If so, what would be the longer term implications for the company?

Thanks.

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Read Answer Asked by Brian on February 07, 2025

• Amgen Inc. (AMGN $347.94)
  • $347.94 P/E (TTM): 24.45X Cap: $187.56B
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• Biogen Inc. (BIIB $177.34)
  • $177.34 P/E (TTM): 20.13X Cap: $26.02B
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• Gilead Sciences Inc. (GILD $139.71)
  • $139.71 P/E (TTM): 20.64X Cap: $173.43B
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• Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (REGN $761.85)
  • $761.85 P/E (TTM): 18.37X Cap: $80.54B
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• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
  • $438.71 P/E (TTM): 28.69X Cap: $111.44B
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• AbbVie Inc. (ABBV $208.84)
  • $208.84 P/E (TTM): 88.49X Cap: $369.38B
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• Abbott Laboratories (ABT $102.87)
  • $102.87 P/E (TTM): 27.65X Cap: $179.16B
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• Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (BMY $59.60)
  • $59.60 P/E (TTM): 17.23X Cap: $121.68B
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• Johnson & Johnson (JNJ $243.04)
  • $243.04 P/E (TTM): 22.03X Cap: $585.38B
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• Eli Lilly and Company (LLY $935.58)
  • $935.58 P/E (TTM): 40.77X Cap: $883.95B
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• Merck & Company Inc. (MRK $120.87)
  • $120.87 P/E (TTM): 16.6X Cap: $298.83B
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• Pfizer Inc. (PFE $28.32)
  • $28.32 P/E (TTM): 20.82X Cap: $161.09B
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Q: According to Portfolio Analytics, my current allocation to Health Care sector is too low. Here are the names of 12 major US pharmaceutical companies. How would you rank them? If possible, please provide a short comment on each of them: Pfizer, Johnson and Johnson, AbbVie, Amgen, Gilead Sciences, Eli Lilly, Merck, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Abbott, Biogen, Bristol Myers Squibbs. Thank you

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Read Answer Asked by Gervais on October 30, 2024

• Amgen Inc. (AMGN $347.94)
  • $347.94 P/E (TTM): 24.45X Cap: $187.56B
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• Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (REGN $761.85)
  • $761.85 P/E (TTM): 18.37X Cap: $80.54B
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• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
  • $438.71 P/E (TTM): 28.69X Cap: $111.44B
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• Exact Sciences Corporation (EXAS)
  • Cap: $20.02B
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• iShares Biotechnology ETF (IBB $169.43)
  • $169.43 P/E (TTM): 20.63X Cap: $8.17B
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• State Street SPDR S&P Biotech ETF (XBI $128.96)
  • $128.96 P/E (TTM): 17.2X Cap: $7.79B
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Q: Hello 5i,

Wondering if you have any recommendations in the Biometrics category, either ETF or stock? And any particular thoughts regarding current valuations and future prospects versus other opportunities?

Thanks for your feedback.

Ralph

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Read Answer Asked by ralph on September 09, 2024

• Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST $1,014.96)
  • $1,014.96 P/E (TTM): 70.53X Cap: $450.28B
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• Alphabet Inc. (GOOG $294.46)
  • $294.46 P/E (TTM): 27.24X Cap: $3.57T
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• Intuitive Surgical Inc. (ISRG $452.07)
  • $452.07 P/E (TTM): 57.44X Cap: $160.54B
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• Microsoft Corporation (MSFT $373.46)
  • $373.46 P/E (TTM): 23.36X Cap: $2.77T
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• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
  • $438.71 P/E (TTM): 28.69X Cap: $111.44B
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• American Tower Corporation (REIT) (AMT $173.73)
  • $173.73 P/E (TTM): 32.23X Cap: $80.97B
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• Eli Lilly and Company (LLY $935.58)
  • $935.58 P/E (TTM): 40.77X Cap: $883.95B
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• NextEra Energy Inc. (NEE $93.15)
  • $93.15 P/E (TTM): 28.23X Cap: $194.24B
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• Quanta Services Inc. (PWR $560.63)
  • $560.63 P/E (TTM): 82.45X Cap: $83.88B
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• Bank of Nova Scotia (The) (BNS $97.64)
  • $97.64 P/E (TTM): 19.0X Cap: $120.33B
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• BCE Inc. (BCE $34.06)
  • $34.06 P/E (TTM): 5.02X Cap: $31.76B
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• Constellation Software Inc. (CSU $2,441.27)
  • $2,441.27 P/E (TTM): 74.13X Cap: $51.73B
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• Dollarama Inc. (DOL $172.59)
  • $172.59 P/E (TTM): 36.41X Cap: $47.10B
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• Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM $290.14)
  • $290.14 P/E (TTM): 24.05X Cap: $145.35B
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• Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (ATD $78.30)
  • $78.30 P/E (TTM): 20.93X Cap: $71.92B
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• Hydro One Limited (H $58.25)
  • $58.25 P/E (TTM): 26.24X Cap: $34.93B
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• Nutrien Ltd. (NTR $105.12)
  • $105.12 P/E (TTM): 35.45X Cap: $50.80B
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• Crocs Inc. (CROX $83.66)
  • $83.66 Cap: $4.20B
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• Catalyst Pharmaceuticals Inc. (CPRX $24.69)
  • $24.69 P/E (TTM): 14.61X Cap: $3.01B
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Q: Hi group can you help me sort out your top2 buys in each sector cw rating the sector(1-10) 10 being the highest. Also rate the recommended buys (1to 10 cw entry target price )

- Power infrastructure , Bio Tech, Health care, Financials, Tech, utilities, Commodities, Power infrastructure , Consumer staples, Consumer discretionary, Communication Thanks for your help.

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Read Answer Asked by Terence on May 28, 2024

• Intuitive Surgical Inc. (ISRG $452.07)
  • $452.07 P/E (TTM): 57.44X Cap: $160.54B
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• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
  • $438.71 P/E (TTM): 28.69X Cap: $111.44B
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• Danaher Corporation (DHR $191.12)
  • $191.12 P/E (TTM): 37.92X Cap: $135.25B
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• Johnson & Johnson (JNJ $243.04)
  • $243.04 P/E (TTM): 22.03X Cap: $585.38B
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• Eli Lilly and Company (LLY $935.58)
  • $935.58 P/E (TTM): 40.77X Cap: $883.95B
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• Align Technology Inc. (ALGN $170.60)
  • $170.60 P/E (TTM): 30.14X Cap: $12.21B
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Q: I've held JNJ for over 15 years based on my belief in the quality of their management. I'm feeling my trust may now be overly 'generous' and it may be time to move on, particularly now that the steadiness of consumer products is gone. I'm considering VRTX or another suggestion you could offer. I have full positions in TMO, SYK and UNH, highlighting my preference for quality.

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Read Answer Asked by Mike on April 19, 2024

• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
  • $438.71 P/E (TTM): 28.69X Cap: $111.44B
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• Eli Lilly and Company (LLY $935.58)
  • $935.58 P/E (TTM): 40.77X Cap: $883.95B
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• Novo Nordisk A/S (NVO $36.98)
  • $36.98 P/E (TTM): 10.4X Cap: $363.68B
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Q: Opinion Please? Might this be a way to play the weight loss drug trend? Do you have other healthcare suggestions?

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Read Answer Asked by Colleen on March 25, 2024

• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
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Q: Hi, Could you give us your opinion on Vertex, specially after release of its earnings, yesterday. How is the growth trajectory and pipeline ? Does the recent pull back, notably after the earnings, today, presents a good opportunity to initiate a new position ? Thank You

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Read Answer Asked by rajeev on February 07, 2024

• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
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Q: Do you see anything on your freindly Bloomberg that tells you the reason VRTX is falling in the past week.

Thanks


Sheldon

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Read Answer Asked by Sheldon on November 15, 2023

• Amgen Inc. (AMGN $347.94)
  • $347.94 P/E (TTM): 24.45X Cap: $187.56B
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• Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (REGN $761.85)
  • $761.85 P/E (TTM): 18.37X Cap: $80.54B
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• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
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• Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD $1,259.94)
  • $1,259.94 P/E (TTM): 29.91X Cap: $25.51B
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Q: Which company(s) would be a good way to play biotech via the picks and shovels method (A, TMO, etc.)? Thanks

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Read Answer Asked by Michael on September 14, 2022

• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
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Q: would appreciate your outlook and comments on biotech firm VERTEX.
are their primary products reletively safe and expected to do well?
Ed

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Read Answer Asked by ed on August 18, 2022

• Amgen Inc. (AMGN $347.94)
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• Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (REGN $761.85)
  • $761.85 P/E (TTM): 18.37X Cap: $80.54B
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• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
  • $438.71 P/E (TTM): 28.69X Cap: $111.44B
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• iShares Biotechnology ETF (IBB $169.43)
  • $169.43 P/E (TTM): 20.63X Cap: $8.17B
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• Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD $1,259.94)
  • $1,259.94 P/E (TTM): 29.91X Cap: $25.51B
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• Solid Biosciences Inc. (SLDB $7.49)
  • $7.49 Cap: $726M
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• TCR2 Therapeutics Inc. (TCRR)
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• NextCure Inc. (NXTC $10.72)
  • $10.72 Cap: $37M
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Q: In an answer today you stated '20% of biotech companies in the US now trading below cash levels'. What would be your top biotech picks and/or your top biotech ETFs to play a recovery?

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Read Answer Asked by Larry M. on May 11, 2022

• Amgen Inc. (AMGN $347.94)
  • $347.94 P/E (TTM): 24.45X Cap: $187.56B
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• Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (REGN $761.85)
  • $761.85 P/E (TTM): 18.37X Cap: $80.54B
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• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
  • $438.71 P/E (TTM): 28.69X Cap: $111.44B
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• AbbVie Inc. (ABBV $208.84)
  • $208.84 P/E (TTM): 88.49X Cap: $369.38B
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• Eli Lilly and Company (LLY $935.58)
  • $935.58 P/E (TTM): 40.77X Cap: $883.95B
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• Pfizer Inc. (PFE $28.32)
  • $28.32 P/E (TTM): 20.82X Cap: $161.09B
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• Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD $1,259.94)
  • $1,259.94 P/E (TTM): 29.91X Cap: $25.51B
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Q: Hi, can you suggest some names in Biotech sector with 3-5 year time frame.

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Read Answer Asked by Harpinder on April 21, 2022

• Sernova Biotherapeutics Inc. (SVA $0.15)
  • $0.15 Cap: $51M
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• Amgen Inc. (AMGN $347.94)
  • $347.94 P/E (TTM): 24.45X Cap: $187.56B
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• Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (REGN $761.85)
  • $761.85 P/E (TTM): 18.37X Cap: $80.54B
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• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
  • $438.71 P/E (TTM): 28.69X Cap: $111.44B
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• Profound Medical Corp. (PRN $8.88)
  • $8.88 Cap: $268M
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Q: I have dabbled in a few mid to small cap Canadian bio companies over the years. I never have the stomach to hold on for the long term in general due to high volatility but I like the sector. I'm currently sitting on Sernova (SVA) for now at least. How Do you like them? Do you have any other recommendations in this sector?

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Read Answer Asked by DAVE on March 02, 2022

• Amgen Inc. (AMGN $347.94)
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• Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. (REGN $761.85)
  • $761.85 P/E (TTM): 18.37X Cap: $80.54B
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• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
  • $438.71 P/E (TTM): 28.69X Cap: $111.44B
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• Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (MTD $1,259.94)
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Q: I'm hearing that pharma and biotech company valuations are at multi year lows. With one chart showing the percentage of US biotechs with market caps below cash value is at a 25 year high, and by a wide margin. Do you feel this sector shows a big opportunity to get good companies for cheap in a sector that will one day improve? If so what companies look best to you in Canada or US? Are there any sectors that are more beaten up? Thx

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Read Answer Asked by Adam on February 23, 2022

• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
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Q: Is Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated a good buy at this time to add to a portfolio to start a small position? What do you think of the financial ratios for this stock, their industry that they serve, their customer base and insider ownership? Buy, hold or sell? Thanks

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Read Answer Asked by James on December 18, 2021

• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
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Q: Thoughts, comments, concerns, recommendations. I am concerned they only have 1 solid drug with relatively narrow application, all beit, important but sitting on considerable cash. Not sure what else may be in the trials pipeline.

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Read Answer Asked by Steven on July 09, 2021

• Cisco Systems Inc. (CSCO $79.02)
  • $79.02 P/E (TTM): 28.42X Cap: $312.12B
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• NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA $177.39)
  • $177.39 P/E (TTM): 36.2X Cap: $4.31T
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• QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM $126.80)
  • $126.80 P/E (TTM): 25.56X Cap: $135.29B
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• Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX $438.71)
  • $438.71 P/E (TTM): 28.69X Cap: $111.44B
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• AbbVie Inc. (ABBV $208.84)
  • $208.84 P/E (TTM): 88.49X Cap: $369.38B
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• Bank of America Corporation (BAC $49.38)
  • $49.38 P/E (TTM): 13.06X Cap: $352.85B
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• Stryker Corporation (SYK $331.54)
  • $331.54 P/E (TTM): 39.38X Cap: $126.97B
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• Truist Financial Corporation (TFC $47.16)
  • $47.16 P/E (TTM): 12.35X Cap: $58.52B
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Q: I have a small USA portfolio consisting of these darlings which I've held for approx. 3 yrs. It's like watching a snail race. Can you recommend a replacement or two for each? I've done OK with SYK and was in good shape with Vertex until last October. Take as many Q credits as needed.

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Read Answer Asked by Carl on January 19, 2021