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Q: Hi 5i Team,

In your recent article you highlighted that it would be a good time to start stepping into purchasing bonds. I am in my late-30’s so I have a longer term investment horizon and a medium to high risk tolerance. I have never purchased bonds in the past so what would be the best approach to purchasing bonds (ie. is it best to buy an ETF or individual bonds) to capitalize on the current depressed pricing?

Do you see this as being a long term trade or a purchase that should be exited when the conditions begin to reverse?

Thanks in advance,
Jon
Read Answer Asked by Jonathan on October 12, 2022
Q: I am losing patience with SWP and would like your advice if it is time to move on? Other names I hold in my small cap speculative holdings are STC, DND, EGLX and AT. If I was to sell SWP, can you rank these 4 from most attractive to least. Are any of these 4 in danger of going bankrupt?

As well, has there been any update on TV and has it started trading OTC?

Many thanks
Scott
Read Answer Asked by Scott on October 12, 2022
Q: In the present interest rate environment and going forward 6- 12 months, which ETF is preferable i.e. XHY, PFIA, MFT, ZHY, XSB,XBB OR PYF? Would you choose 1 or a combination?

Thanks for your service!
Read Answer Asked by Ozzie on October 12, 2022
Q: The two Canadian railway companies have out-performed CSX this year. Any explanations? Which one is a buy now? CSX seems much cheaper.

Thanks,
Liping
Read Answer Asked by Liping on October 12, 2022
Q: I hold both BEPC and BEP.UN and would like to consolidate into one. Which company would be best to hold? Is this a move I can do now or is it best to wait or sell one and wait to buy the other after the market settles a bit?
Thanks
Dan
Read Answer Asked by Dan on October 12, 2022
Q: Wallbridge is in the process of spinning out its nickel properties to Archer Exploration. How does the larger version of Archer compare to Canada Nickel in terms of quality and valuation. Thanks for this great service,
Read Answer Asked by Christopher on October 12, 2022
Q: Way down on EINC and PMKR in my small-cap portfolio. What is your opinion? Do these stocks have any future in a recovering market? Or better to sell and redeploy into something like CTS?

Thanks

David
Read Answer Asked by David on October 12, 2022
Q: Since it’s Dec31 closing price Bam.a is down almost 33%…a massive drawdown..Do you see anything in your outlook for this company that could cause material further deterioration?This has been extremely painful to witness.
Read Answer Asked by Kim on October 12, 2022
Q: Hi Folks,
I am looking to re-invest this quarters dividends in my RRSP account. Of the four mentioned above, which would be the best to add to at this time and why.
Thanks for your help.
Read Answer Asked by JOHN on October 12, 2022
Q: Hi, CDN Banks continue to get hammered everyday, with CM taking the biggest one day hit at 4.2%. Not sure, if it's all the investors' fear about recession hitting the banking sector hard, specially to more " Canadian " Banks, like CIBC, due to large mortgage and personal lending book. We are in a Capital Loss situation with BNS and CM in our Non regd account. Does it make sense to book the loss and wait for signals from BOC/FED to re enter the positions. What is your belief on CDN bank earnings - Could it hit the stock prices even more ? Never thought that a 20% ownership in CDN banks could cause pain. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by rajeev on October 12, 2022
Q: Good morning,
I sell call and put options about a month out. I know I once asked you whether it is wise to hold off if there is an earnings call coming up before expirary. I couldn't find that question and answer, though, and instead of spending the morning I am asking it again. I also look at the dividend dates but i don't think it is a good idea to sell a call if an ex dividend date is coming up.
thanks
Read Answer Asked by joseph on October 12, 2022
Q: I'm down 33% on TXF in an unregistered account.

For tax loss harvesting would ZWT be considered an acceptable proxy for TXF by Revenue Canada? If they are too similar, what do you feel would be an acceptable proxy?

Alternatively, if there isn't an acceptable proxy would 5i suggest leaving the proceeds in "cash" on the basis that it is doubtful that TXF would increase enough in 30 days to offset the tax gain?

Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Cory on October 12, 2022
Q: Thy announced a sale of their 20% interest in the US multi-res portfolio for 315 million. The book value from their last annual report was 179 million so the book value was only 52% of the fmv. The use of funds to pay down debt and the evidence that the book value of the company is likely seriously discounted seems to make this company's shares a compelling value.
Read Answer Asked by Murray on October 12, 2022
Q: Hi, A large volume day for a relatively thin trader, including a block trade of 123,300 shares, Today. Lot of interest from Pershing Securities Ltd... Stock opens and closes practically unchanged, but a lot of activity with almost 15% intraday fluctuation. between $71.50 to $82. Any ideas/hints/suspicions ? If you have a sizable position, as a Portfolio Manager, would you be intrigued ? Thank You
Read Answer Asked by rajeev on October 12, 2022
Q: Cameco and Brookfield Renewable Form Strategic Partnership to Acquire Westinghouse Electric Company.

Do you see this as a meaningful addition for cash flow, or mediocre?

Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Ross on October 12, 2022
Q: Re the webinar later this week. Will there be a facility to ask questions during the webinar or are you looking for questions to be sent in prior?

Sheldon
Read Answer Asked by Sheldon on October 11, 2022
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