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Q: I have a couple of stocks which have effectively gone to $0 a couple of years ago. But, I'm not sure why they're still listed in my margin account, if they're worthless.

My broker is offering a service where I can donate the shares to them, and then officially declare a tax loss. I'm thinking of taking them up on this offer, but I want your opinion, just in case either of these stocks still has some life left in it (or if I'm not understanding the $0 valuation properly). For example, the assets of Bellatrix Exploration (oil and gas) were taken over by another company. I assume this was some kind of bankruptcy sale.

Is it safe to say that with a reasonable probability that the shares of both Bellatrix and Distinct Infrastructure are effectively worthless?
Read Answer Asked by Ed on October 22, 2021
Q: Hi
with inflation rising what sectors should we consider being in and which should we avoid

Thank
Read Answer Asked by Costa on October 22, 2021
Q: Hi 5i Team - Are there any Canadian companies in the semi-conductor space that would be of interest to you, including start-up companies, suppliers of materials, and any potential companies on the horizon. I sold my shares in Photon Control some time ago and am looking for some kind of replacement on the Canadian side. If the U.S. is the only way to go in this field could you please suggest a couple of top picks. l already have Nvidia. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Rob on October 21, 2021
Q: Can I please get your view on Ibio? I can't find the symbol here.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Gurdeep on October 21, 2021
Q: Is it time to get into cyber currencies and how would you suggest investing in it?
Read Answer Asked by Heather on October 21, 2021
Q: I'm looking to add an industrial to our dividend portfolio and looking at TIH, FTT or ARE.to. Any preference among these industrials or another to recommend?
Read Answer Asked by Serei on October 21, 2021
Q: I wd appreciate your ranking of the Canadian banks.
thank you
Read Answer Asked by John on October 21, 2021
Q: Hello 5i
I’d like your take on these 3 stocks as they’ve all displayed good momentum as of late, in their respective indices.

Thnx for your excellent service!
Dave Soroka
Read Answer Asked by David on October 21, 2021
Q: What is your opinion on the activist investor situation at CNR? I remember when this happened with CP a few years ago. Even though I never bought in, the stock did very well in the years following Hunter Harrison being appointed CEO.

I'm asking because I am currently light in industrials, I have postions in TT, WSP, TFI, XYL. I was considering a position in CNR for my RRSP.
Read Answer Asked by Ed on October 21, 2021
Q: A recent guest on BNN market call (Blackswan Dexterios) mentioned use index overlay to protect on the downside. Being in the sales game it is portrayed an the sprinkling of magic dust. Going under the hood they are obviously making the use of options.

What specific strategies involving options do you feel are useful for this type of strategy ? Buying or writing calls or puts or any strategies such as straddles etc. What are the pros and cons?

Thank you,

Paul
Read Answer Asked by paul on October 21, 2021
Q: Hi 5iTeam,

I realize that it was up a lot earlier this year - unfortunately I bought it after that ride was over. Do you have any thoughts as to why it hasn't been performing since June even on good days in the market? It also seems to be a low vol stock without much interest. I am waiting to see what happens on their earnings but I fear that the results may lead to a further dump. Thank you for your time and comments as always.
Read Answer Asked by Jason on October 21, 2021
Q: Peter & 5i team. I remember asking a question about holding TOU around $8.00 I believe. Well guess what it came back and more than performed. XBC who knows the market . Also we cannot outguess the market and winners & losers have been around. 5i has provided good information over the years Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Guy on October 21, 2021
Q: Hi 5i,
What are your thoughts on the rumoured, from several sources, PYPL bid for PINS at around $70 a share? It seems like a lowball bid. Not much of a premium and not even close to taking out the yearly high of PINS. On what metric would you evaluate this bid and how does it compare to peer group acquisitions in the past couple of years? How do you see this playing out in the market? Other potential bidders?
Thanks again.
Dave
Read Answer Asked by Dave on October 21, 2021
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