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Q: i have to be aware of the one answer begets another question syndrome but when you say
While we are not scared of high valuation stocks we prefer to do this on more-reasonably priced companies in case the entire market rolls over.

i have to ask what specific companies you might have in mind?
thanks
Read Answer Asked by joseph on December 22, 2020
Q: According to Portfolio Analytics, I'm underweight in Industrial, Consumer Defensive, Utilities and Energy. Can you please give me three names to consider in each category? I'm also overweight in North America so, to the extent that there are good international names in these categories, please include them. I have a fairly long investment horizon: 5 years until my children hit post-secondary and 20-30 years before retirement.
Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Ben on December 15, 2020
Q: I am looking at the above companies highlighted in your recent comments. Could you please rank them in terms of a) highest growth to lowest over 5 year time frame b) least to most risk. If am missing another favourite please let me know. Thanks for all your great advice. Brian
Read Answer Asked by Brian on November 12, 2020
Q: With the sector rotation taking place I'm interested in buying or adding dividend paying companies that could benefit from the change taking place. With that in mind, and hoping for some growth and relatively secure dividends, could you please suggest what you consider to be your top 5 Canadian and 5 American companies that could benefit from this sector rotation.
Read Answer Asked by Les on November 09, 2020
Q: Can I have a short list of American renewable energy companies for a 3 year hold.
Interested in growth mostly.
Thank You
Peter
Read Answer Asked by Peter on October 29, 2020
Q: Hi,

1)In the next 2-3 years do you think REITS or utilities will do better (some growth, less volatility)?
2)Can you suggest 2 CDN reits and 2 CDN utilities you feel comfy with>
3) Can you suggest 2 US reits and 2 US utilities you feel comfy with?
Read Answer Asked by Graeme on October 28, 2020
Q: I am looking for a couple of suggestions for US stocks that would be similar conservative and yield as Fortis on the Canadian side
Read Answer Asked by Terry on September 18, 2020
Q: Could I get a couple of utility stocks in the US that you like at the present time.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Neil on August 13, 2020
Q: Can you give me 5 US based companies with perpetual preferred shares. Safety is the most important factor.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Mark on May 26, 2020
Q: Hi,

I purchased these utility and telecoms largely because of their low beta. In the recent downturn, they fell as much or more than hi growth stocks like SHOP, FB, AMZN or NVDA. AQN was down over 40%?? How do you account for that? Seems to me I'm better off ignoring 'safety' and going for growth?
Read Answer Asked by Graeme on March 25, 2020
Q: The valuations on companies with a favourable ESG component are lofty at best. Do you see any in this sector that are still reasonably priced? A dividend would be preferable.
Thanks for your consideration.
Read Answer Asked by Denis on February 21, 2020
Q: Seasons Greetings 5i!!
About a year ago a member asked you for a sample "growthy" USA portfolio.
You responded with the above listed stocks which have returned about 35% YTD.
Would you make any changes today twelve months after you first recommended it?
Thanks for all you do for all your help! It is has honestly been life changing for us and truly appreciated!!
Regards
Dave
Read Answer Asked by Dave on January 06, 2020
Q: Hello 5i. I would like your opinion on the renewable energy industry. These companies seem to have done well over the yr. Would you classify these as being cyclical and what would there cycle be? I am looking at getting into these but find their valuations expensive currently. Do you see a catalyst for their prices falling in the near future or do they have momentum on their side?
Read Answer Asked by pietro on September 27, 2019
Q: Hello Can I get your analysis on NextEra. It seems to be comparable to Bep.un which I hold, but bigger. I am looking at this for a long term investment. If you think this is a worthwhile investment, would there be a particular time of year to buy or just jump in and slowly accumulate to 5% weighting? Thanks
Read Answer Asked by pietro on August 14, 2019
Q: Hi 5i,

What would be your top 10 names for a U.S. growthy balanced portfolio?

TIA
Read Answer Asked by Wayne on January 28, 2019
Q: HI 5iResearch team,
Can you please advise re: US utilities? I believe Stephen Jarislowsky's view that the US $ will increase relative to Can $ in near term, so have converted some US$ to Cdn$ recently with plan to repurchase at better exchange. He recommended US utilities for a longer term hold. Do you concur and if so, what would you buy?
Thank you, Linda
Read Answer Asked by Linda on January 26, 2018
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