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Q: Hi Folks,
I am looking to add some more US names in my RRSP account. I currently have AMZN, PG, V, MSFT, AAPL, GOOGL, ABBV and PFE( along with CDN names 50/50 split). Can you recommend 3 US names regardless of sector?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by JOHN on March 20, 2025
Q: These really fell out of favour fast. Would you hold? I am inclined to hold and hope for better days unless it would be better to cut losses and get into something that is also down but might have more promise on the upside? Maybe I’m being too emotional and impatient - I am okay to wait it out unless there is some reason to walk.

Thanks,

Jason
Read Answer Asked by Jason on March 20, 2025
Q: I am opening a TFSA and would like to transfer some of my holdings to that account, which I know I have in my RRSP (sell and re-purchase). My thinking is holding the items which offer more growth potential. Is this a good argument in deciding where to hold various holdings? From the following names, which would you think make more sense to hold in my TFSA than in my RRSP?
AEM, ATZ, BN, DSG, GSY, LMN, SHOP, TRP, TRI, WSP, TOI
Read Answer Asked by bernie on March 20, 2025
Q: We have about a 3.5% position in LMN and are modestly ahead. Our concern is the number of LMN outstanding shares at 257mm. This compares with TOI at 83mm and CSU at 21mm. It appears that CSU is very conservative on number of outstanding shares as compared to their influence on on TOI and LMN. Greatly appreciate if you could comment/explain this.
Much thanks to the 5i team.
Pat & Cyril
Read Answer Asked by Pat & Cyril on March 20, 2025
Q: I am concerned that the next few months will be as volatile as the past month as the US continues its tariff agenda. Do you think it is a good strategy to invest in other currencies. If so what is your opinion of these two ETF's. (Swiss Franc & Japanese Yen)

Thanks Stew
Read Answer Asked by Stewart on March 20, 2025
Q: With inflation in Canada edging up, and concerns that tarriffs are inflationary, is it a good time to move to shorter duration bonds? The counter is that if a recession hits interst rates may decrease. What is your take on the timing of all this, and how best to position a bond portfolio?
Read Answer Asked by Kel on March 20, 2025
Q: I noticed that some of the big American stocks that were trading as CDRs I believe on the NEO Exchange,stopped trading there on Feb 14 and now it looks like their trading in Toronto and only have a history back to Feb14
The companies are NVDA,MSFT,TSLA,GOOG META and COST,there’s probably more,do you know why this happened and is their any significance to it Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Greg on March 20, 2025
Q: Tantalus Systems (GRID) just reported can you give me your take on the earnings and on the outlook for the company going forward this year? Can you also give us your take on the demand in the industry going forward for their products, management and insider ownership. Lastly if you can comment on their last acquisition. Thank you as always.
Read Answer Asked by James on March 20, 2025
Q: Which REITs are most affected by potential exit of HBC? Would this have any significant effect on remaining retailers of clothing and textiles. I was once told by retail analyst there is significant over capacity in retail floor space devoted to clothing.
Read Answer Asked by William Ross on March 20, 2025
Q: Canadian HISA accounts do not have such good yields anymore. And the income is taxed as interest. I was looking at my 2022, 2023 tax returns and the revenue from canadian ETF like ZAG, XSB, XLB was mostly ROC. If I’m not wrong, thus, much more tax efficient? Wouldn’t be a good idea to switch from HISA to XSB, XBB, etc to park money in the next few months?

Do you know if high-Yield ETFs are taxed the same way (ROC) ?
USD-HISA are more generous so the logic might be different.
Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Denise on March 19, 2025
Q: Hi group i own the above stocks and have some cash to deploy. pick out 10 core holdings c/w with order to buy and entry price. I am in no rush but want the buy list ready for any opportunity that pops up. Thanks for your help
Read Answer Asked by Terence on March 19, 2025
Q: Hello Team,
Can you please rank the above companies from 1-13 based on which ones you would purchase today, looking for a 2-3 year hold. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Kevin on March 19, 2025
Q: In what order would you buy the companies indicated if you were looking to set up a basket of gold companies that have the most upside capital gains potential?

If different, in what order would you buy them if overall high quality was the criteria?
Read Answer Asked by Les on March 19, 2025
Q: Good morning and thank you for your many years of valued service.

In this unsettled market, investor focus is shifting away from a narrow focus on price appreciation. Are there any available resources to review the total return of a single stock or make the same comparisons of any pairs?

Scott
Read Answer Asked by SCOTT on March 19, 2025
Q: Peter and His Wonder Team
I have cash I wish to employ. I am a long term contrarian. I have followed these two companies and think they qualify as contrarians. If so...which of the two would you suggest as a better buy.
Thanks for your perspective.
Read Answer Asked by Ernest on March 19, 2025
Q: Hello, looking at UMAX, the price went from 16$ to 14$ in less than 2 years. Is it because the NAV is going down because of the dynamics of covered calls? Sould we expect a steady price erosion for the foreseeable future? It’s nice to have 13+% annual distribution but if we have a corresponding capital loss, I am not sure it makes sense. Can this ever be a long term hold? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Martin on March 19, 2025
Q: What are the tax implications for Canadian investors relative to AGNC. I believe they are an investment trust. It is my understanding that all USA based trusts have negative tax consequences, such as 30% withholding tax and 10% tax on all proceeds of any sale of shares. Not protected in RRSP accounts. Is my information correct.
Read Answer Asked by Maureen on March 19, 2025
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