Investment Q&A

Q: So if one agrees that a significant US tech exposure in a portfolio seems correct but the Big 5 US mega-techs and their valuations seem scary at the moment, given the recent correction of a stock like Intel, would you recommend that this investor with a 2 to 3 year horizon buy Intel at this level, watch it for a while and see how it settles in, start a partial position, consider other tech companies (such as what?) or continue to build positioning in the Big 5 and not focus on their valuations??? And perhaps a comment from you regarding what you would advise this concerned investor from a safety perspective regarding some of your favourite tech growers that have even higher valuations (Docusign, TTD, Team, etc.) - what is your recomendation and opinion in the context of this question comparing adding to those growthy tech names versus an Intel or a Cisco type tech purchase. I guess in essence I want to know whether you think the extra risk at this time is warranted over that term. Thank you for your anticipated helpful response - Ken

Q: hello
Is there a significant difference in business between these 2 ? Do you find them good buys today and witch would you prefer and why ?
thanks

Q: Nextech NTAR had quite a run today. I noticed they made a request for the stop trade and shortly after that they made an announcement on their pending earnings results. What is your take on the sudden turn around from the past 2 or 3 days.
Thanks John

Q: my question is what is the difference between cef and phys if any and which is a better hold

Q: In the past you were not keen on Mene.
Their last quarter was an all time best. Today I see no news but the sp is up 32% on the TSX and up 62% in the US.
Do you see any news, and are you warming up to Mene ?

Thanks for your help.

Q: PSTH-UN

Can you please give me your opinion on Bill Ackman's new SPAC IPO. In your opinion, is it a good medium/high risk investment?

Q: Hi 5i
I know you like these three companies. Given the present environment how would you rank them for value and for growth over the next two years?
Thanks for all you do

Q: Hello
Looks like the CDZ dividend for July 2020 is going to .074 from .104 the months prior.
Thinking of moving to SCHD for more US exposure and I can use the loss on CDZ for taxes
I thank you for your time.
Sincerely
Mike

Q: With Tesla hitting 4 quarters of profitability along with the other criteria, they are now eligible for consideration to be added into the S&P. I understand the S&P committee meets on a quarterly basis to rebalance the index, and the next meeting is scheduled for the third Friday in September. What is the time frame post the Sept meeting we can expect an announcement to be made that Tesla is to be added.

Q: If you had an all equity global portfolio with a 15% weighting in Canadian stocks, what names would you choose and in what weightings?

I'm assuming it wouldn't make sense to include all the names from one of the 5i portfolios because many of the positions would be very small in the overall portfolio. I understand an etf would make sense here but I like to avoid the energy sector and that's tough to do with liquid Canadian etfs.

Thanks!

Q: Hi Peter, Ryan and Team,

From my readings about RESP, the maximum contribution per child is $50,000. What options are there once we reach that limit? Continue investing in an in-trust trading account ?

Thanks.

Q: Good Morning,
Can I please have your top 5 oil picks for today?
Thank-you

Q: Hi, could you please rank the Telcom companies from best to worst over the next 1-5 years with brief rationale. Also, how do you see the general outlook for the industry over this period? Thanks.

Q: In your opinion, would now be the time to invest in VXUS? Or would you prefer sticking with the Canadian and U.S. markets?
Ed in Montreal

Q: There has been a lot of talk about inflation recently.
A lot of people will typically flock to gold, but if the currencies devalue, won't all assets appreciate in price, including real estate and stock? My question is - what is likely to appreciate faster: gold, real estate, or stocks?

Q: Hello 5i,
In a recent answer you rated VEEV higher than AYX. I have a half position in VEEV and a full position in AYX. Based on your rating should I trim AYX and add to VEEV or is there not enough difference between their respective performances to warrant such a move?
Thank you so much for all you do!!
Dave

Q: Any comment on the price drop today? Is this a good buying opportunity?

Q: Hello 5i,
Back in 2008/09 the Fed and Central banks around the world flooded the system with liquidity to avoid a meltdown. I remember hearing MANY pundits warning of runaway inflation as a result of these moves. Fast forward to now and I'm starting to hear much the same.
In your opinion, is it likely to be different this time? Will we get runaway inflation? Or will it be more like 2010-2019 with muted inflation at best?
Thanks for your insight!!
Dave

Q: Hi 5i Team:

I have owned 1300 shares of BEP.un for a number of years and having a good gain. I also, own 300 BIPC for a short while with a small loss. Is there any advantage to buy more BIPC now. I don't really need the monthly income. Thank you.

L

Q: Hello,

On what date can I sell my BEP.UN shares and still receive the split shares from BEPC?

Thanks