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Q: Hi, what does Return on Equity can tell us? Is it an efficient indicator of stock long-term performance? e.g. MO's ROE is very high as 149%, but stock price is flat for many years, could you explain why? BTW, should I use ROA instead of ROE? Thank you for your great service!
Read Answer Asked by David on October 07, 2021
Q: What is the reason for CCL's anaemic performance over the last 4-5 years? What is your outlook on the company? How would you you view a switch to RPI or IFX in today's market environment?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Yvonne on October 07, 2021
Q: If you where to buy one energy stock, what would it be? The only one I have, that is close is Enbridge. Do you think it is even worth buying any energy at all, as it is so cyclical. Every time I buy one, I loose money on it?? My timing is never right.
Thank you. Shirley
Read Answer Asked by Shirley on October 07, 2021
Q: I have a small profit on KEY but I've been disappointed in the lack of growth recently and I was wondering if I could do better with PPL. Yields are about the same but I would prefer more growth. I already have lots of ENB and TRP in a well diversified portfolio. Appreciate your thoughts.
Read Answer Asked by Earl on October 07, 2021
Q: Since Salesforce, CRM, purchased Slack the stock has underperformed . What is your opinion of the growth prospects of the stock in the next 1-3 years? Do you think Salesforce or Workday offers the best growth potential? Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Neil on October 07, 2021
Q: Don’s question of October 7 asked about Canadian vs. US dollars and whether to buy a stock on the TSX or NASDAQ. While many investors are confused on this point, Don should understand that once he buys the stock (on either the TSX or any US exchange) the future performances of the Canadian and US dollars have no effect on the actual value of his gains or losses. In other words (and for doubters), if you were to decide to split your purchase and buy half the shares in Cdn on the TSX and half in USD on a US exchange, each half of your shareholding will worth exactly the same thing regardless of any future movements in the value of the respective currencies.)
Read Answer Asked by James on October 07, 2021
Q: HI 5i, What are your thoughts regarding this company? A couple of months ago this company sold 2billion dollars of shares to another company. With the funds they were going to pay out a special dividend of $7.50 per share to shareholders. I would like to know when I will receive this dividend?
Look forward to hearing from you.
Bob
Read Answer Asked by Bob on October 07, 2021
Q: I own full positions in TD ( instead of BNS), SLF and BAM.A as my CAD financial holdings. I am thinks of adding a new name. Which is the better buy right now between X and FSZ. Balanced follower shifting to income follower. 5+ year hold.
Read Answer Asked by Tom on October 07, 2021
Q: Voluntary lock-ups - Why would early stage investors or VCs, voluntarily extend lock-ups periods in pre-ipo or early ipo-ed companies?

Would they typically receive warrants in exchange for this restriction in liquidity?

Is the motivation by the company to prevent sales of large blocks since they are anticipating a rapid rise or fall in share price?

I know this is hypothetical, but trying to understand the concept/reasoning.

Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Jack on October 07, 2021
Q: I have be holding Carebook stock for over six months. The stock dipped over the past week and bit from 79 cents to 60 cents, but I cannot seem to find a driver for the news. Am I missing something? Is it a good time to buy more? iA Capital Markets just put a 'Buy' recommendation on it with a $1.60 target due to some new acquisition and other moves, but the stock has been tanking. Again, what am I missing?

Thanks in advance!
Read Answer Asked by Rossano on October 07, 2021
Q: What are your thoughts on the recent Canadian Depositary Receipts that are now being made available through CIBC. Seems like an excellent means of gaining exposure to the large u.s. caps for the average diy investor. Any thoughts as to when other sources than CIBC will come into play.

Thanks

David
Read Answer Asked by david on October 07, 2021
Q: As retirees with moderate risk tolerance, Telus is a 4% core holding in a mainly conservative dividend portfolio. We realize (and like) that Telus Health is a small part of the company. We are considering a 1% position in Well for diversification in Health sector, and would appreciate your thoughts on it. Is this an opportune time to buy, or does 5i expect tax loss selling to put more downward pressure as year-end approaches? Thank you. Edward
Read Answer Asked by Edward on October 07, 2021
Q: Hello team,

Which one would you add to at this point, and why? They are both very tiny positions but equally down from the time of purchase a year ago. I appreciate it if you can reflect on their financial situation right now, and say which one you expect to grow better. I am a moderate-to-high-risk-buy-and-hold investor. So, I love growthy stocks.

Thank you for your impeccable support.

Read Answer Asked by Saeed on October 07, 2021
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