Investment Q&A

Q: Are dividends paid by Canadian based REITS tax efficient? Or it is depending on a specific REIT ?
Thanks.

Q: Hi, I was wondering if I can get your opinion on these stocks I'm holding losses on ATZ down 50%, ENPH down 25%, CROX down 25% and GSY down 20%.
I did tax loss selling last year in late December which bit me hard when the stocks took off in January with me sitting on the sidelines. Should I consider selling any of these now with the intention of buying back in 30 days and harvesting the tax loss? If so which would you suggest selling and which would you buy back? Short of that would you suggest averaging down on any of these instead? Thanks in advance! Take as many credits as you wish.

Q: Hello, what are the reasons that constellation made 2 spinoff (topicus and lumine) in the past years ? Why did they not keep everything under one roof and continue to grow constellation instead and follow the same path like Berkshire Hathaway that never did a spinoff.

Q: what are 3 key metrics used by 5i to value FTNT and how do these latest 3 key metrics compare to FTNTs 5 year averages? what would be a good entry point for FTNT thanks Richard

Q: Hi 5i Team,

I am trying to understand how RETURN of Capital works on ETF.

Eg: Buy 1000 shares at 14 = 14000 and get 8% dividend.
Sell 1000 shares after a year at 15 = 15000. So Total return is 15% return on my investment. (8% dividend plus 1K capital gain = 7%)

Please advise if the above calculation is correct or is it the original investment minus 8% dividend.

Thanks for the great service

Q: Of the two, in your opinion, which is a better prospect? I currently hold both but don't see the need to have two companies.
Thanks

Q: May we please have your updated analysis on this company's future prospects in terms of runway for growth. Any concerns about the balance sheet? Would you continue to hold? Thank you.

Q: I note today that two analysts show FTS as a sell. Would like your opinion on how this might be justified, and your thoughts on the stock. I consider it a core dividend payer in my holdings.

Q: Hi 5i team,

Among the 3 stocks, which one would you consider to start a position at current price level for 5 years+ holding?

thanks,

Q: Hi 5i
What to do with this one?...Stock is now at 0.45 .....
I have read your previous answers regarding this question , that it is better to simply move on... is this advice still valid? Will it have to undergo a reverse split to stay listed?


On the same note, TD Web broker indicates this stock is followed by 6 analysts ....all rate it as a buy with avg PT of around $3.40..... How is this possible and could you please comment on how these targets could actually be justified from an analysts perspective....any speculation on how they arrive at these numbers? I find the ratings quite puzzling.

thx

Q: Morning
It has been said
Buy a good company and hold on to it through market ups and downs
Would this saying apply to TELUS
Thank you

Q: I want to take advantage of some stocks that are down now with potential of high returns in the future. Can you suggest some undervalued stocks to pickup right now?

Q: I'm wondering about Dollarama compared to the US dollar stores. DOL is near a 52 week high and DLTR and DG are near 52 week lows. What difference(s) between this companies makes their recent performance so different? Do you think Dollarama going to follow the US companies performance in the near future?

Q: What are your thoughts on Uber shares and the prospects for the stock price over the next year? It looks to be a strong candidate for inclusion in the index, but aside from that are you fans of their fundamentals?
Thanks as always!

Q: In your opinion which one of the two in the sectors below offer the best return over the next 5 years?
Energy Infrastucture-Key or PPl
Retail-Atd.b or Dol

Q: I'm reducing the number of holdings in one of my RIF's. With cash to re deploy, which is better for long term hold and dividend appreciation with minimal downside. Probably an apples to orange comparison but EIF is it's own mini etf with it's various holdings. Leaning toward XEI, what is your take? Both already owned btw

Q: I've enjoyed a little pop in the last month or two on a few coal stocks (ceix, amr). Do you think the demand for steel (arising from Biden's USA infrastructure builds) will continue to create demand for steel. I note that when you've been asked about Ceix in the past, you've pointed to coal being in secular decline, presumably referring to the heating-use application of coal. What do you think about the thesis that coal will enjoy a boom due to the anticipated demand for steel arising from the upcoming massive USA infrastructure projects? One must also assume that Ukraine will need some steel build out when the war ends.

I am trying decide whether to take profits or whether to let it roll.


Thank you,

Jason

Q: is 5i still as keen on GoEasy going forward. The stock has not been behaving well.

Q: Briefly can you compare the pros and cons of the Brookfield and Constellation groups.
Thank You
Peter

Q: "We don't quite match the market in good years but will lessen your losses in bad years" say many portfolio managers to clients in exchange for a 1/2 to 1% management fee.

But, over the years, since the market has had significantly more positive years than negative years, I feel this is a good argument to just purchase some very low-fee ETFs, once you've determined your asset and currency mix. Less fees, therefore more money invested and therefore little value add from the advisor! Your comments please.

Also, I am a 65 year old retiree with a high 7 figure investment portfolio who will not run out of money. I favor a balanced portfolio of 80% equity (with a slight tilt to growth) and 20% fixed income. I also favor a 50/50 split between US and CAN dollars.

While I realize you cannot provide individual advice, which low cost ETFs should I consider?