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Q: Thinking of dipping my toe back in the energy sector. Many co's stocks have made significant moves already, even following last weekends failed agreement. Vermillion seems to be well regarded, is 50% off it's high and yet hasn't jumped, so would this be a good choice? Are there others similarly lagging the early leaders that are worth considering.
Thanks Peter.
Read Answer Asked by Peter on April 20, 2016
Q: I have a good proportion of my portfolio in the US, so its value is very dependent on the US$/CAN$ exchange rate. Now I would like to increase my investment in energy with a view to a hedge against the rising CAN$. Can you recommend two reliable dividend paying stocks whose value is highly correlated to the CAN$, and which preferably have some growth potential too. I already own SU and CNQ.
Thanks for your help.
Chris
Read Answer Asked by CHRISTOPHER on April 20, 2016
Q: Your subscriber John asked about switching from Manulife to Element
Financial. I own both stocks (MFC 2.1%, EFN 1.8%) and both are down
on the same percentage. Do you think the switching is wise in my
case? If you think it is ok, when is the best timing? In the
Financial sector, I also own HCG-2%, TD & BNS-9% . Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Esther on April 20, 2016
Q: Am looking at taking 2% position in either EXE,CSH.UN,or SIA for long term hold in my RSP.
Your thoughts on these 3 would be appreciate re: balance sheet, dividend security, growth prospects, operating issues and take over possibilities.
Thanks
Derek
Read Answer Asked by Derek on April 20, 2016
Q: Hi 5i, I'm investing on my NEW TFSA, the stocks I'm thinking on choosing from are: PBH KXS ATD.B GUD NFI RRX OTC.
I would like to reduce the number of stocks to 4. Which one would you suggest I go with, for a 5 year investment, I would like to max my growth and I do not mind taking some risk.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Fernando on April 20, 2016
Q: Hi,

I recently opened an RESP account for my daughter and am looking for advice on a few ETFs to purchase that provide some long term growth potential, while being appropriately diversified.

Given that i an just starting to save in this account, I'm starting from a small balance, roughly $2,000, i would prefer to only purchase a couple ETFs to limit transaction costs. I have a relatively long time horizon (18 years).

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Daniel on April 20, 2016
Q: Hello- I have 400000 in a Hubert Financial High Interest Account.
I am concerned about it's safety in case of a financial meltdown.
What are your thoughts? Am I safe?
The website says:
Are my funds insured by the CDIC?

No, Hubert Financial is not a member of the CDIC, however, all deposits are guaranteed without limit by the Deposit Guarantee Corporation of Manitoba.

Are my deposits protected?

Yes! With Hubert, every penny of your deposits are 100% guaranteed by the Deposit Guarantee Corporation of Manitoba. As a member you can rest easy knowing that no matter what happens in the economy, your investments are safe and secure with Hubert Financial.
Read Answer Asked by Pat on April 20, 2016
Q: Someone suggest XAW (iShares Core MSCI All Country World ex Canada Index ETF ) for 50% of the investment portfolio. This ETF includes 54% US stock and the remaining in International stock excluding Canada. In your opinion, for a large investment amount, will one single ETF work well for the investors? If not, what other ETF should be added to benefit from the better US economy? Please comment and suggest.
Read Answer Asked by Esther on April 20, 2016
Q: Tag Oil[TAO] is a small Canadian oil company operating in New Zealand.They have 1B barrels of oil potentially.Could you tell me what you know about it including shares out, debt, daily volume plus your outlook & what you think of its future as an investment? As always I value your advice.Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Dave on April 20, 2016
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