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Q: I was wondering which Canadian stocks do you feel would do well with the upcoming change in US administration, and which will do badly. I assume that most will change a bit one way or another, but I am concerned about significant changes - like with MG or LNR due to tariffs.
Read Answer Asked by Federico on December 03, 2024
Q: Is it advisable to buy an ETF so late in the year
I remember?? reading an article regarding taxation on distributions, namely that you are taxed on the total years distributions, even though you have not received the entire years distribution if u purchase late in the year
Appreciate any clarification you can offer on this
Or should I wait till January 2025 to purchase?
Thank you again
Read Answer Asked by Indra on December 03, 2024
Q: What is 5i opinion of Investor Business Daily service? They publish an IBD50 and IBD Big Cap 20 list. Have you looked at these names on the list over any period of time and is it a valuable tool? You may not be able to answer this if you don't use the service but if you do out of the names on the lists what would be your top 5-7 names?
Read Answer Asked by Sal on December 03, 2024
Q: I have losses of these stocks to varying degrees in my tfsa.Do you see any reason to keep or sell in January? Would you please comment and rate your recommendations for each? Thanx.
Read Answer Asked by Steve on December 03, 2024
Q: How do you fell about HXQ in a 15+ year RESP?
I have held RBF619 (Science and Technology for 15 years and it has done wonders but it has the fees. Any other ETF's ? ZSP? XIC? OR would you be comfortable with just BN?
Read Answer Asked by Paul on December 03, 2024
Q: If I had all of these funds would there be too much overlap? What is your favourite one out of the group?
Read Answer Asked by David C. on December 03, 2024
Q: High, I'm a 62 year old retiree with the following ETF'S in my portfolio: HBAL, HAZ, VRIF & VDY. I currently have 25% cash holding and looking to invest in a global balanced fund geared more towards the US market.Can you please recommend 2 ETF'S that would compliment the above holdings.
Thank you
Mike
Read Answer Asked by Mike on December 03, 2024
Q: Hello
My GIC has just matured in my RRSP. The rates are low now and was thinking of putting the money in either of the above two ETFs which have a higher yield.
MNY has a higher interest but higher MER but better return overall however seems riskier then CASH. What would your suggestion be, would you have another favorite or would you invest in some other "safe" income instrument in the RRSP, ie ENB?

Thanks
Jeff
Read Answer Asked by JEFF on December 03, 2024
Q: Hi 5i,
You provide a great service at a reasonable price for DIY investors based on Peter's subscription estimates; I would say it's still under appreciated!

When is DRX scheduled to release Q3 results? I have not seen a PR to confirm the date. What are the analyst expectations? Do you know the short position if any?
Read Answer Asked by David on December 03, 2024
Q: Im looking for a list of companies that might get a bump in January after tax loss season.

Thanks Steve
Read Answer Asked by Steve on December 03, 2024
Q: Investing in US currencies - Can you provide some suggestions on how to participate in the strength of the US dollar as compared to the CDN dollar.Are there exchange-traded funds of exchange-traded notes that focus on exploiting US currency movements?
Read Answer Asked by Ronnie on December 03, 2024
Q: There is a lot of talk about cyclicals doing very well in 2025
Can u expand on exactly what that “means”?
If you agree that cyclicals will outperform
can u recommend 5 best cyclicals stocks to purchase and entry points if possible
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Indra on December 03, 2024
Q: Can you please provide a list of top 5 mid/small cap names ( US and CDN) to purchase now?

Also top mid/small cap ETFs in US and Canada?

Thank You.
Read Answer Asked by Ava on December 03, 2024
Q: Looking at the chart of Propel. Since June 2024 consistent new monthly highs (of course with profit taking pull backs). But since the early November highs, the trend has changed, lower highs etc. this looks like a topping pattern to me. (I would say if it cannot break 40 very soon it is time to get out). While, of course, there can be many reasons for investors losing interest in a stock, the timing of the apparent reversal with the U.S. election seems too coincidental. May I ask as to whether 5i is aware of anything in the Propel business model which could be negatively affected by the Trump election? I am thinking maybe tariffs and their effect on interest rates etc.
Thanks as always
Neil

Read Answer Asked by Neil on December 03, 2024
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