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Q: My current portfolio is heavily oriented towards growth and is very high risk. Over the next few to several months I plan on repositioning towards a more balanced approach. I will be looking to add some growing but steady large caps. Toward that end I have the following short list: TR, BN, GOOG, Canadian Banks, SLF, MSFT, NVDA, BEPC. Is there anything in that list that you would not see fitting into that category? Can you please add a half dozen or so of your preferred other names that fit with this idea. Please exclude defense contractors, the Oil and Gas sector and usurious money lenders.
Thank-you.

Read Answer Asked by Alex on January 24, 2025
Q: It’s now 2025, new Canadian leadership coming and reduced regulations/government in the US. You suggested on a reply today how a 50% US - 40% CAN - 10% Global portfolio mix might be right for today’s environment. Based on this, what is YOUR best ideas for a brand new $1M+ portfolio? Assume average investor, 15 year investment horizon with reasonable risk tolerance and loves when stocks go on sale..aka buy the correction attitude. As always.. you guys rock! Thanks. Don
Read Answer Asked by Don on January 23, 2025
Q: I submitted this question on Sunday, so now re-submitting...

Asking this question for a friend who is relatively new to investing (and may be a future 5i client:-)

She has $200k in a non-registered account and is contemplating a balance of 75% US ETFs and 25% US equities, any sector. The account is growth-focused, moderate to medium risk; no funds will be withdrawn for 3-5 years. Given these parameters, please suggest 4 ETFs and 4 stocks she should consider. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Maureen on January 16, 2025
Q: Hello 5i,


What would be your top 3 US Finance picks (best being 1st) in light of Trump's incoming presidency with reasons on your proposed selections. Thanks as always!

j,
Read Answer Asked by Julie on January 15, 2025
Q: Can you give suggestions for your three best Canadian and us quality value, largecap stocks ?
Similarly your three best Canadian and US quality growth large cap stocks?
Pls give a compelling entry point and rank best first
Appreciate all your advice
Read Answer Asked by Indra on January 14, 2025
Q: I'm over allocated in Financials at 23%. Recognizing BN represents a diversified holding and Visa could be considered Consumer. What changes would you make if this was your account. Most of the 1% holdings are in my unregistered accounts with BN, Visa, JPM, BAM are split RRSP/TSFA. Long term investments +10 years with a tilt to risk/growth. Retirement in 2035.

BN 11%
BAM 2%
Visa 3.6%
JPM 2%
GSY 1.6%
PRL 1%
TD .8%
BNS .8%

Happy New Year and thanks for all the help in 2024!

Don
Read Answer Asked by Don on January 08, 2025
Q: hey guys happy new year hope all is well in my rrsp i currently have all Canadian equities. i would like to start adding some US content my 1st question would be is this even viable with the exchange or wait until its better. In current atmosphere i am thinking there would be more upside. My second question would be in what sector. I have been looking at TECH i.e. QTUM UBER NVDA AND SNOW.i would appreciate your thoughts and any equities you would suggest other than ones listed above.Thanks as always
Read Answer Asked by michael on January 07, 2025
Q: I have some money sitting on the sidelines. What would be your top 5 stocks to buy this year? Looking for modest growth and not high risk.

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by David C. on January 07, 2025
Q: I was thinking of adding my recent TFSA contribution to EQB however then started wondering if some of the growth oriented US$ holdings in the account would be a better option. 5I has been positive about EQB but I wonder if it will have a lack lustre performance due to it being in the weak Cdn economy….that is, it may be a good company but limited to how well it can do. Your thoughts about all this, please. Thank you for your excellent service.
Read Answer Asked by Leonard on January 06, 2025
Q: Good Morning and Seasons Greetings to the 5i team and everyone out there.
If you had to start a new TFSA account what 15 to 20 stocks, ETF,s Etc. would you buy in order of first to last. US and Canadian mix?

Thank You
Read Answer Asked by Joe on December 30, 2024
Q: Peter, our one true source of help in this investment purgatory, thank you for your response to David yesterday regarding covered calls. Moving forward, could you please provide us with some companies that you use in this endeavor?

Merry Christmas, everyone!
Read Answer Asked by Ray on December 30, 2024
Q: Hi, I’m looking for your five top CDR ideas for a TFSA. The criteria I’m interested in is share price growth, capital preservation and valuation. A brief summary regarding each choice would be much appreciated. Happy Holidays!!
Read Answer Asked by Anthony on December 17, 2024
Q: Hello team,
I thought with new administration, US banks would continue surging.. Any reason why jp morgan is not moving higher and would it still be a good long term buy? Is well still a good stock to jump into right now.. lastly i wanted to ask about TOPT etf IShares top 20 us stocks and was not able to find it on your system.. Any comments please.. much appreciated.
Read Answer Asked by umedali on December 13, 2024
Q: Hi team, I would like to generate some income in US dollars.

Could you please recommend 2 or 3 dividend paying US stocks, together with a brief explanation as to why you like those companies. I would also be OK with an ETF if you think that is a better way to go.

Thanks as always,
Paula
Read Answer Asked by Paula on December 10, 2024
Q: Donald Trump is causing so much uncertainty in both Canadian and US markets. Canada might even go into a recession.

I know that you mentioned that we should not react to the Trump threat.

However, if I had to sell all my stocks and ETFs ($400k) and start from scratch today, what would be the top 20 stocks/ETFs ( US and/or Canadian) that that you would invest in.

Would you just buy SPY/ZSP.to/ VGT/ SCHG ETFs in the USA market for safety?

Fyi, I don't like bonds.
Read Answer Asked by V on November 28, 2024
Q: Hello Peter,
What are you thoughts on Alamos Gold's results and it is still a buy? What is your view on JP morgan for long term hold given the surge in price recently due to the election results or am i better of with the ETF , XLF? Thanks very much
Read Answer Asked by umedali on November 12, 2024
Q: I am currently holding BN, GSY, JPM, and RY in the financials sector and am considering selling GSY and buying BRK.B. I've held GSY for a number of years so have had a nice gain but wonder if BRK.B wouldn't be a more consistent mover?
Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Lyle on November 11, 2024
Q: I sold my full positions in APPL and NEE plus sold half my position in VERT this morning. I would like 2 good dividend payers with a growth metric, and 2 small/ mid caps for a 2-3 year hold.
Other positions currently held are: MSFT, SYK, AMZN, ISRG, GOOG, ABBV, JPM, PRU, AGX, CRS.
Thanks for all the above over the years. David
Read Answer Asked by David on November 06, 2024
Q: Hi group on my last question to you I asked for 2 stocks in US and Cad (financials+ I also asked for 2 financial ETFs stocks same sector- I did not get the US and Cad etf sugestions...can you please revisit the question. has you stock pics picks on the financial stocks changes as of todays sell off ?...appreciate your help
Read Answer Asked by Terence on November 01, 2024
Q: Hi group I am short exposure in Financials in both Canada and us Please recommend 2 CAD+ 2 US stocks and 1 etf for each market. Also do you recommend a position in Bitcoin going fwd its getting hard to watch it hitting new highs as of late. Would you recommend a position for a moderate investor and if so what 2 stocks would you consider...thanks for your help
Read Answer Asked by Terence on October 30, 2024
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