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Q: In my non-registered account, If I buy 10 stocks of XYZ (new to the account )on Feb 3 and sell all 10 stocks at a loss on Feb 10. when is the soonest that I can buy the stock again to avoid superficial loss?

March 13 is 31 days after Feb 10.
April 5 is 61 days from Feb 3.
April 12 is 61 days from Feb 10.

My confusion stems from the 60/61 day restrictions. I understand the 30/31 day restrictions.

Also, if I still own XYZ in other accounts (TFSA, RESP, RRSP), could such a sale be considered superficial loss?

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Read Answer Asked by V on March 05, 2025

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Q: Hello
Would you please comment on this huge miss by VersaBank?
And whether one should just exit this name?

Thanks
Dave

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Read Answer Asked by David on March 05, 2025

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Q: Any concerns that CLS is offering a mixed life ssecurities shelf ?

Thx

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Read Answer Asked by blake on March 05, 2025

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Q: Assuming that the reactions to the tariffs ends up being a great buying opportunity, and also that we've probably passed the crystal ball "sell everything" point, WHEN and WHERE (industries, specific favorite stocks) would you look to put new money in please?

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Read Answer Asked by Andrew on March 05, 2025

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Q: Hi All at 5i!
Every dark cloud has a silver lining. So, considering Trump‘s insane tariffs and their effects, there will be people making money. What investments, stocks or otherwise, might see a growth in business??
Cheers,
Tamara

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Read Answer Asked by Tamara on March 05, 2025

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Q: Can you please recommend a couple of REITs that you feel good about so I that I could include in my portfolio. Can you please give a brief explanation of why these will make a good investment.

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Read Answer Asked by Bashir on March 05, 2025

Q: Hi 5I
Pls comment on canap from altian trust as an investment. Is it also available from other sources.Tks in advance

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Read Answer Asked by WIB on March 05, 2025

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Q: Every broker has issues, and Interactive Brokers has many. Given they also charge a commission and there are now multiple choices among Canadian Brokers for zero commission, including a bonus for transferring, I’ve finally moved my acct. Also the founder of Interactive Brokers is a very wealthy Trump supporter, so there's that as well.

Could I get your thoughts on DUOL’s earnings? As well as company potential? Is the current share price drop more market related?

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Read Answer Asked by Mark on March 05, 2025

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Q: Hello 5i, on a scale of 1-10, 1= little tariff impact, 10= big tariff impact, stay away from, how would you rate these 2 companies?
In addition is there a Sector like Metals and Minerals that you would give a favourable ranking to? Thanks as always. Chris

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Read Answer Asked by Chris on March 05, 2025

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Q: Hi,

Thanks for all your great advice. I particularly enjoyed your recent piece called: "5 inane U.S. policy moves that are spooking investors."

My question is:

If Premier Ford follows through on his 25% tariff on energy exports from Ontario (especially electricity), or even halts those exports, how will that likely impact Hydro One’s stock? Today (March 4) it is up almost 2%.

Thanks again, Michael

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Read Answer Asked by Michael on March 05, 2025

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Q: These companies have pulled back. what order would you buy these names? Is there any you would not buy?

Thank you
Tim

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Read Answer Asked by Timothy on March 05, 2025

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Q: I hold these large Canadian Companies.. I realize there will be continued volatility in the market but given that these companies have pulled back, some significantly, what order would you buy these names? Are there any you would not buy?

Please deduct appropriately…

Thank you
Tim

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Read Answer Asked by Timothy on March 05, 2025

Q: Hi 5i, in your response to Julie's question today on the economy can you provide key VIX and market levels, bond and stock, that would get you excited to deploy capital? Thx.

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Q: Now that tariffs are here, and Trump is playing hardball with Ukraine and the world, can you provide thoughts on what you think the markets, US and Canadian separately, will do? How far percentage wise might each drop? Looking for time horizons of up to 3 months, a year and then beyond. Realize this is new territory but 5i should have opinions.

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Q: Hi 5i
1) What portion of NG is sold to USA versus LNG Canada (soon) and domestic consumption? 2) Canadian oil sands withstood negative oil prices for months - but it still flowed (and hence required condensate) - to what extent do you think Condensate (ARX/TOU) will be affected if there is reduced oil flow from Canadian oil sands. Thank you.
Glenn

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Read Answer Asked by Glenn on March 04, 2025

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Q: Hi team,
What could be the implications for this company with Trump's 10% tariffs on Canadian energy? TVE is very profitable with oil prices at these levels but it's stock price has taken a hair cut over the last two weeks.Would it be "wise" to dollar cost average now or wait for the dust to settle?
Many thanks from a "not so happy shareholder"
Jean

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Read Answer Asked by Jean on March 04, 2025

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Q: Hello I am 72 and fully invested in CDN and US equities. I am concerned about a bear market or a correction, and would like to reduce my equity risk.
Say for $250K , how would you invest between CASH, T-Bills, GIC, Bond ETF?
What are you suggestions?
Thanks
Carlo

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Read Answer Asked by Carlo on March 04, 2025

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Q: Hello Team,

What are your thoughts on these two companies and which would be you favor if either as a strong compounder going forward?

Thanks,
Barry

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Read Answer Asked by Barry on March 04, 2025

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Q: Would VIU be a good proxy for global exposure without North America?

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Read Answer Asked by Gregory on March 04, 2025

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Q: Is there an ETF of the S&P 500 without the 35% tech component?

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