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Q: If I add to an existing equity position with 1000 shares at $50, my existing ACB is $40, then sell those 1000 shares in 31 days at $52, is my reported capital gain on those 1000 shares $2 or $12. (and let's exclude the obvious change in the ACB with this purchase).

Thank you.

Read Answer Asked by Trevor on January 26, 2024
Q: Hi I have my RRSP distributed at around 8% or 12% on these stocks, would you change anything , I'm heading to retirement in 7 months from now and like to know if you would recommend any modification. I can sustain drops of 10% , which I handle by doing nothing.
Thank you 5i, you have been good to me!!!
Read Answer Asked by Fernando on January 26, 2024
Q: Greetings:
Some years ago I purchased some Uranium units and they did nothing but go down for 11 years. Now, in spite of energy stocks not being especially lively, and most mining stocks, including copper, having a rough go, Uranium is the star. In September, 2023 spot uranium was $61.00 a pound, now $106.00, and many pundits say the party is just getting started. What is your opinion? Is there still some runway or should a person sell and be happy.
Thanks, Ben.
Read Answer Asked by BEN on January 26, 2024
Q: Please rank the magnificent seven from best anticipated performance first to least in the next 5-10 years.
Read Answer Asked by David on January 26, 2024
Q: Good morning, as a follow up to my question on resource stocks, may you kindly rank in terms of preference which ones you would buy today? Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Karim on January 26, 2024
Q: Re. Heather’ s question on Jan. 23 about North America’s electrical infrastructure and the need to up-grade the grid . Been thinking the same and there is a U.S. ETF - First Trust Nasdaq Clean Edge Smart Grid Infrastructure - ticker GRID - for consideration should she wish broader exposure through an ETF.
Read Answer Asked by William on January 26, 2024
Q: Could you please give me 5-6 large cap US or Canada stocks you like at this time.

Thx
Read Answer Asked by blake on January 26, 2024
Q: Hi 5i
Hum down 15% today after earnings and a poor guidance.....also CVS down ...What is your opinion on HUM and what does the future look like for these companies....short term/long term.
Is this industry in trouble?
Where do you see things go from here and a what price does this company become attractive investment.

thx
Read Answer Asked by jim on January 26, 2024
Q: Could adjust your answer Ross's question on sector allocation for the following: 0% to real estate due to large equity in personal home, and a bit less conservative (no need for income from portfolio for 10 years).
Read Answer Asked by Kel on January 26, 2024
Q: As suggested by 5i, I sold half of TCN when the "going private" announcement was made, The stock now seems to be quite range-bound, and I'm wondering if I should wait until the deal closes, or could I sell the remaining half now in order to better deploy the capital. Your thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on January 26, 2024
Q: On Jan. 17 Fernando asked a hypothetical question about keeping down the taxes on capital gains. I don't understand the last sentence of your reply: "Gains can also be reduced by carrying charges (interest) if any of the stocks pay a dividend". Can you please explain this? What in this situation can be written off as a carrying charge?
Read Answer Asked by chris on January 26, 2024
Q: hi,
I hold all these, several fro many years. they are all in the red. many are (former) stalwart blue chip dividend plays. I am basically comfortable holding them, and I do expect a good rebound in prices when rates start to fall. 1) am I missing something? are there any in the list that you think the dividend may be in jeopardy, or you see no runway for growth ( small or large). 2) are there any in the list you would be comfortable adding to ( which is what I am wanting to do)?
cheers, Chris
Read Answer Asked by chris on January 26, 2024
Q: Hi 5i,
I have about 15K that I want to put into my RSP before the February deadline and then immediately invest for a minimum 5 year hold to accumulate capital gain and dividend income. Currently I'm considering TOU or DIR.UN for this, and would appreciate your thoughts about the relative merits of each for this use of the funds, and which one you think will outperform the other on a total gain basis in that time period - based on just the standard ups, downs and risks that are out there and not taking into account any potential calamitous economic events.
Thanks!
Peter
Read Answer Asked by Peter on January 26, 2024
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