Investment Q&A

Q: There is some thought that emerging markets might be a good place to invest at this time, especially when compared to USA markets. What is your opinion and why? If you concur, what ETF (s) would you suggest? I have recently come across an ETF with the symbol CIEM; could you factor this ETF into your analysis and opinions please. Thanks

Q: Looking to park cash in a CAD ETF, inside spouse RRSP, until balance gets up to a reasonable enough figure to start buying individual stocks. Recommendations?

Q: Are you still positive on Stone and if yes,what is a good entry price?

Q: Hi,

Are there any recent studies that you would recommend regarding optimal diversification (not CAPM)?

It seems these days that in bad markets everything falls regardless of sector, region, size etc. So I am trying to figure out if it’s worthwhile holding “safe” securities that return a fraction of what higher growth names would-since these safe plays still fall significantly in down markets, albeit much less than the high fliers.
Specifically, I am interested to see if someone (reputable) has proven that in the long run (10+years) it is worth holding ANY slow growth stocks returning say 5% per year and “only” fall 25% in down market versus having an aggressive portfolio of high growth stocks returning 20+% per year but fall 50% in a down market. I would think the compounding of high growth portfolio would more than offset the larger loss in a down market-but looking to see if this has been proven.

thanks!
Brad

Q: I am considering sell GUD and buying IBB and/or IHI and/or VEEV and/or GH. Risk is not an issue and I am okay with US stocks as well as Canadian. Your comments would be appreciated.

Thanks for your service

Q: I know that Peter would not characterize himself as as a “Value” investor, but some recent articles have indicated conditions (interest rates, inflation, growth or lack of) may be setting up for an outperformance for value stocks. If that thesis turned out to have validity, can you give me an idea of what your Value Portfolio might look like? If you could choose some from different sectors, and throw in a few US choices, so much the better. Thank you.

Q: Hello can you shed any light on the recent price slide and would you look at this as a buying opportunity

Q: Hi Team;
Aside from the recent weakness in tech growth stocks the last while , what is your take on Well? It has been consolidating/ weak for the last yr almost now . Do you see the consolidation as healthy after its quick run up in the stock after its ipo ? Or is there some other reason for the weakness ? You would think the pandemic would expose the need for telehealth and boosted up the need for healthcare in general. I would have expected Well to be a little stronger given that backdrop. What are your thoughts on the stock ? Do you consider it a potential multi bagger over the next 5yrs or so? If so is it a buy at todays share price? Thanks!

Shane

Q: Trying to understand your preference for WELL over LIKE. I changed positions for lack of performance about 6 months ago and am very pleased with a LIKE, good yield and performance. At least in resent times. Is it time to change back? Thanks. James

Q: Moderna has dropped a lot this week. How do you see the valuation now? I am in it for as long as it has momentum promise. Does it still have room for growth in the coming year, or is it time to sell and move on? Thanks.

Q: Peter,

Cyber security seems to be a bigger and bigger threat. Is it worth getting involved in this space? If so, is it covered by the big tech names such as Microsoft, Apple etc or is it worth looking at specific ETF such as CYBR? Are there any stocks names that are interesting?

Thank you,

Paul C

Q: Is LNR a probable candidate for making about 49% ROI on it's stock over the next one year? Thank you.

Q: Do you like the last acquisition of WISP. I thought it would jump a bit on the news. It is now at 6.90 and has been acting like the last short attack.

Thanks Steve

Q: InterRent REIT downgraded to a sell by one analyst.What is your opinion of this company and could you recommend a few replacements?Thanks.

Q: Hi Peter and Staff

I realize the contract this week did not change to share price ....you suspected a lead caused it to go up, then came back down.........how significant do you think it is in the hold thesis?
Thanks for all you do
Dennis

Q: Is there any way to determine the amount in US$ of both crypto currencies and gold that are being purchased by the individual major (US/Cda/EU/GB/Aus) central banks around the world over the last 6 months/year. Thanks for your great service.
Mike

Q: Hello, why is Well Health taking such a beating today (10-01-2021). I see they took on a majority stake in WISP, but shouldn't that be good news? Thanks!

Q: Hi 5i
Wondering about SYZ insider ownership.
I have to guess Mr. Wood is a smart and very qualified guy to be at the helm of SYZ and its ReFocus on Growth Initiative - and after leading several companies through his career.
Today however, I own more shares than this CEO......if one doesn't count the $5 MM Shareholders gave him for showing up. (William Wood)

Should there be an expectation for a small cap CEO to have some of his own skin in the game through share ownership?

Other insiders were buying in 2021 - with the CEO breaking out $5000 for shares.


Also, is there an alert system that notifies on massive selling like David Elder did during the April/May 2021 price run up? (sold 200,900 share @ $15)

Should an investor today be wanting to buy this stock while CEO is not?

Thank
Dave

Q: I’ve been holding this painfully watching it fall everyday. In hindsight, I should have sold it. Now I’m wondering if it will be delisted. Since I own the ADR shares, I’m wondering what would happen if it were delisted and also, how likely an outcome is the delisting in your view? Thank you.

Q: For a growth-oriented investor would you see a switch from SLF to TSU as reasonable if one only wants to own one insurance name in the portfolio?