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Q: I noticed that pot companies like WEED fall within the Healthcare sector. Why wouldn't pot companies be categorized like tobacco and liquor stocks? Also, there is a lot of hype associated with pot stocks and I sometimes wonder if investors are not taking into account the potential risks - health problems related to smoking and the mental issues to some users. I recall a time when tobacco was advertised by medical doctors and now tobacco companies are being sued.
Read Answer Asked by BRYAN on January 13, 2020
Q: Re article in today’s National Post re ETF of ETF’s, no ticker symbols were included. Can you provide same and indicate your opinion on general suitability and if favourable your choice?
Thank you for considering my question
Read Answer Asked by Gail on January 13, 2020
Q: Hello 5i, I have ~ 20% position in LSPD with an average cost of $ 39.15.. @ current level I am finally up... I plan to hold it for 1-2 years.. What are your thoughts on the company in terms of cash flow ? if they are not cash flow +ve, when has management stated that they will be? And do you have a target price?
Thanks
Carlo
Read Answer Asked by Carlo on January 13, 2020
Q: My 82 year old mother in law has $300,000 in a RRIF and $800,000 in non registered accounts. There are 3 children who are equal equal beneficiaries in her will. From a tax perspective would she be better off withdrawing more than the required minimum from the RRIF before she dies or withdrawing more from the non registered accounts? Which scheme would result in less tax paid by her heirs ? The non registered accounts are 80% GICs and 20% equity funds. Thanks, Joe
Read Answer Asked by Joseph on January 13, 2020
Q: Hi, I do not have any bonds or fixed income. Looking for one or two prospects to start, with about $50,000 to invest. Would like 3-4%+income. What are your views on the above, and of course any other you may suggest. Would like one size fits all if possible.
Also in a possible 30% downturn in the market , how much would a bond etf cushion the blow?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Brad on January 13, 2020
Q: Hi 5i team,

Both GDI and FSV are in the building service industry. If I can only buy one, giving the growth and revenue projection, the balance sheets. the management, which would be your preference and why for a 3 years hold. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Willie on January 13, 2020
Q: Another service really likes fertility company Hamilton Thorne and has made it a recommendation. Progyny in the US seems to be doing well in a related business so I wanted your thoughts. With people marrying later the theme seems to make sense. Do you like it? A brief example of the write is up below. They write interesting stuff but don't have your track record so I'd love to know what 5i thinks.

When we recommended Hamilton Thorne back in August, we believed the strategy for growth was three-pronged, involving both acquisitions and organic opportunity as well as margin improvement along the way. Recent results fully support our belief, and we’re firmly of the mind that we’re nicely on track.
Read Answer Asked by Tim on January 13, 2020
Q: Hi gang, I own this funds. TML735 & AIM24823. Both have not done well for me . I would like to switch to another family fund or should I just cash out and buy an ETF . Your thought please. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Alnoor on January 13, 2020
Q: Hi 5i team,
I've a 2% holding in PHO in a loss position now in my TFSA. I'm thinking of increasing the holding to 4% for a 2-3 years hold. With the current stock price, the general economy, and the semi-conductor business in particular, is this a prudent move or should I wait for a better price or a sign of recovery of the semi conductor business? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Willie on January 13, 2020
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