Investment Q&A

Q: There has been some talk regarding credit cards, in which consumers may have to pay more if using high-end cards. I'm not sure if I have that exactly right, but if something like this happens, wouldn't the credit card companies take a hit?
What is your sense regarding the chances of this happening?

Thanks, Paul

Q: Regarding ADW, back in February you indicated you would be fine holding for a while and that the worst was possibly over. At that time, the stock price was between $7.00 and $8.00 from Feb 22 to Mar 22. What are your thoughts now that stock price is in the $ 5.00 range ? Should I continue to hold until the next earnings release (I am getting the ~ 5% dividend which is some help). What are expectation for next earnings and at what point do I cut my losses and move on (how bad would earnings have to be) ??

Q: I sold ROKU at the end of Sept to harvest a tax loss and bought NFLX in its stead. Fast forward a month and ROKU is about what I sold it for while NFLX is up about 20% (thanks for the suggestion!)

My question is in two parts. First, does ROKU, in your opinion, still represent a stock with a better longer-term upside than NFLX meaning I should continue with the original plan to sell NFLX and repurchase ROKU?

Second, if the answer to the above is yes, do you think it is best to repurchase ROKU in a month or so as I suspect it will be a target for tax loss selling or might it be best to wait until the new year so as to defer my cap gain on NFLX with the expectation that ROKU likely hasn't appreciated much in the meantime?

Appreciate your insight.

Paul F.

Q: BLU ... seems to have numerous broker buy recommendations but hardly moves ... your thoughts please

Q: Merchants are now allowed to charge customers a fee if they pay by Mastercard or Visa. I own shares of Mastercard and had been hoping Mastercard would comment on this in their most recent earnings but do not think there was any mention of it. I have already heard from friends opting to pay cash or by debit card to avoid the fee at some fast-food restaurants that have already starting charging. Now I see bigger companies like Telus have announced they will start charging a fee for anyone paying by credit card, so wonder if more people may decide to switch to alternate payment methods. Could you please comment on this. Do you think this could have a significant impact on Mastercard’s business? Thank you.

Q: Down approx 25% in each of Goog, Msft and Amzn. Down 45% in Meta. I have a 5 year window and am looking for total return and less volatility. I am inclined to keep the first 3 and switch Meta for Cost or Aapl. Please critique my plan. Thank you

Q: In a previous comment you stated "Five stocks that we feel will perform well over a long term period are: TSU, NVDA, SHOP, CSU, and INMD." In regards to INMD, what are your thoughts on other competitors in medical aesthetics, such as CUTR, ABBV, SIEN, or others I may have left out? What makes INMD more desirable in your opinion?

Q: Hello 5i Team
I have a small amount of Medifast stock I am down about 40% .Should I hold it and hope for a recovery or sell it now and move on?
Thanks

Q: Any reason to hang on to this ?

Q: Hi 5i Team - Could you provide an update on the fundamentals of FansUnite - including its balance sheet and cash/debt levels, insider holdings/trading and potential. Thanks.

Q: Hi
Please comment on CHE.Ca as an investment.

Thank you

Q: As tourmaline has run up quite a bit I am hesitant to buy at this price, Considering MEG as an alternative buy.
Would you consider MEG as a good buy or stick with TOU?
Thank you

Q: I would like to begin investing for my grandchild, and looking for a safe, steady grower.

Is there a stock(s) you would recommend?

Thank you

Q: Hello 5i
I have been wondering whether Meta is a good choice given it’s recent fall. So, i was interested in your response to a question this morning. You seemed positively disposed towards the stock. Shortly after that i read a small piece by Cathy Wood’s Arkk, which is usually seen as willing to take risks. Someone said that she makes all or nothing bets. I was surprised to see that they see Meta as doing just that. I will post a short excerp. And would be very interested to know what you think of it:

In our view, if augmented and virtual reality (AR and VR) were to become the next mobile and at-home computing platforms, the return on investment could dwarf the $10-15 billion per year that Meta currently is spending to secure leadership in the space. That said, if AR and VR do not scale to the mass-market, Meta's current pace of investing could be a colossal mistake.

In our view, if augmented and virtual reality (AR and VR) were to become the next mobile and at-home computing platforms, the return on investment could dwarf the $10-15 billion per year that Meta currently is spending to secure leadership in the space. That said, if AR and VR do not scale to mass-market, Meta's current pace of investing could be a colossal mistake.

thAnks

Q: Quisitive Technology had quite a day yesterday. 1.3 Million shares traded and up 3.75%. Any guidance on what this means. ? Can I still consider it for a year end tax loss sell and get back in.. or is to late.?
Thanks John

Q: Could I have your comments on the latest results of both TVE & CIA? Take two questions off since I've asked about two companies.
Thanks, Dave

Q: Down 13% on PBH in my cash account. Would you suggest selling to take a tax loss? And, if yes, would you rebuy in 30 days or replace? And, if replace, with what (in the same sector)? Thank you.

Q: Good morning your thoughts on Centrus Energy
Thanks again

Q: On a Risk/ Reward basis how do you feel about ZEM going out 5 years.
When your buying what everyone else is buying you can see what can happen, this year is a good example as people are getting a good beat down.
What % of my overall portfolio would you top this holding up to at this time.
Thanks Gord

Q: I would like to capture the tax loss for AMD and buy it back after 30 days. Would NVDA be a good proxy as I wait out the 30 days?