Investment Q&A

Q: I do not understand why the Canadian dollar has risen relative to the USD$ recently. The price of oil is declining, our government debt is increasing again, productivity is low and business investment in Canada is almost non-existent. Why is the Canadian dollar currently getting stronger?

Q: Hello 5i,

GOLD is now reaching (or exceeding) an all time high in $US. I wonder if you could comment on the sector. Could the recent rise be partially due to uncertainty (2 wars, a pandemic, global warming concerns, inflation, etc.). Could it also be due to increased demand by the Commonwealth Mints to respond to the minting of coins for the new monarch. Any comments on the breakout from a technical analysis would be handy as well. Feel free to deduct a few question credits as I have asked a few questions in this note.

Q: Hello,
Over the years I have fallen into the trap of buying BNS as many analysts have promoted as the most international bank, as as a result I have 7.5% position. However, I have now come to the realization that the countries that they do business ( mainly South and Latin America) are in most cases very poor countries with little or no growth and unstable Governments.. As well, the bank's CEO's poor performance. Therefore, As soon as I hear what the new CEO has to say in a couple of weeks, I will slowly exit the position . What are you thoughts in moving the funds to TD or NA or BMO?
Thanks
Carlo
Thanks
Carlo Rea

Q: Just a comment - I like the "popular" voting function that you introduced. I don't see it as a voting competing at all. Rather, I find it's interesting to check to see what questions other readers have considered noteworthy by searching "popular" questions. Thank you.

Jason

Q: Curious about yields. It feels like the yield on ETF XHY remains around the level it was several years ago (~6%) despite other stocks yielding much higher returns. Shouldn't those ETF holdings (high yield corporate bonds) be ticking upwards too which should drive the ETF yield higher? Maybe there is a time-delay as they have to reset?

So with various stock yields as high as they are I would like to try to benefit from the yields AND set up for capital gains on the same stocks that *should* pop as interest rates normalize and fall a bit. What are 3 CAD and 3 USD stocks that fit the bill? (High current yield AND good likelihood to strong share price increase in 1-3 years.) And where would ENS fit relative to those suggestions?

Q: I can book a tax loss on BCE (never thought I would be saying that), just wondering if I intend to buy it back in 30 days would RCI be an ok placeholder (Telus already owned) or placeholder not needed and just wait the 30 days in cash? (brokerage fees not a consideration). Thanks,

Q: Your thoughts on! Karo US

Q: Seasons Greetings!
Can I please get your high level thoughts for DHR and TMO.
Do you like them for a long term hold?
If yes, are they sufficiently different so I should consider buying both?
Which one has the highest exposure to the "water" theme?

Q: Would you prefer STN over WSP today?
Also would you prefer KXS over DSG?

Q: Please comment on Calian Groups latest financial results. Would you consider it as a Hold or Buy at this time Thanks … Cal

Q: Can you provide a list of top companies to play the AI phenom.

Q: I purchased Baylin technologies based on a BNN guest pumping up the stock that it has world class technology and will payout over time but patience is required. Baylin now has a rights offering at $0.19 per share to existing shareholder and the current price is $0.175. The stock has been a Big Dog. What's your take on the stock ..... Is there any hope for Baylin ..... would you but this stock or should I dump the Dog and move on.
Thanks DAN

Q: Everyone, I am interested in a small cap growth stock with big upside - high risk - what would you suggest? With the understanding that I could lose everything. I have a small position in cash and I don’t like having cash. Clayton

Q: I have been very happy with my WSP investment now at 100% gain. Out of the 2 companies which one do expect to grow faster? And if I were to split my investment how much would you allocate for each?

Q: hi, can I get your best CDN and US ideas in the industrials and healthcare sectors right now, for long term investment. cheers, chris

Q: I hold both BEPC and BEP.UN. THE BEPC SHARES I HOLD AT A LOSS. I’M WONDERING IF YOU KNOW WHETHER OR NOT I CAN SELL THE SHARES IN BEPC AND BUY BEP.UN WITH The proceeds, and still claim the capital loss on the BEPC shares?

Q: This company is not a producing lithium mine can you tell me if it has any distinctive advantages or near term catalysts over similar companies in the lithium space or any news about a partnership with a senior mining company.Held this now for 2 years should have sold now down about 15 % do you see anything on the horizon in the next 1–1.5 years to rationalize keeping it Thank

Q: Gold above $2050 would be bullish I think. Wondering what your thoughts are on this asset category at this time and looking for your top two large and small cap picks that would have torque to a higher gold price.

Also a comment on the dividend sustainability of B2 would be appreciated.

Thanks folks

Q: Hello Peter,
I own TSLA shares mostly due to Elon Musk's innovation in the EV and other areas.. Given that he is always in the spot light (not always positive), do you think it is time to bail out or is the publicity just noise for now and will go away eventually . I am guessing it will be a rocky ride, but like to have your opinion given your experience in the industry. .. thanks very much

Q: Jf Tardif - for whom you have endorsed in the past as a ‘smart guy’- was on Bnn today recommend his top 3 junior gold picks that should bounce back next year. His picks were as follows: KNT, ORE, AMC.

In your answer to yesterday’s question about your favourite junior golds, you mentioned: KNT, KKR, OLA.

What do you think of Tardif’s picks and how would you rank the 5 securities in order of preference? Thank you