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Q: Hi 5i, Would you please suggest a couple of USA dividend/growth stocks/etfs for my RRSP. Thank you!!!!
Read Answer Asked by Fernando on October 09, 2025
Q: My daughter has the above investments in her regular account. She has now opened a TFSA and plans to contribute regularly. The horizon is long (money not needed for 10-20 years). Her portfolio is not very well balanced. Could you offer advice on 5-8 best stocks (Canadian or available on the NEO exchange) that would be promising investments whilst improving sectorial balance?
Read Answer Asked by jacques on October 02, 2025
Q: In your answer to a recent question from Tim about how to prepare for an inevitable market correction, you suggested holding stocks in defensive areas of Consumer Staples, Utilities, and Healthcare, Can you pls provide 5-6 names in each of those areas that you would want to hold. A mix of Cdn and US would be great. Thank you for your excellent service.
Read Answer Asked by Leonard on September 20, 2025
Q: Hi, I am looking to build a diversified portfolio across various sectors and am considering adding these for consumer/healthcare/technology. Are these good picks, or would you advise against any of them, and in which order would you purchase? Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Kasia on September 03, 2025
Q: Hello, can I have your top ten list of consumer stocks, Canadian or CDRs, based on projected total return (share price plus dividends, if applicable), for a 5+ years holding period? Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Martin on July 23, 2025
Q: Hello 5i Team,

What are your top 12 more conservative or dividend-generating US stocks to buy in an RRSP for a 3-5 year hold?

Thanks in advance for your always helpful advice!
Read Answer Asked by Keith on July 14, 2025
Q: why are consumer staple stock like these ones not doing well.are these cheap to buy at current levels.... can you pls rank these in your preference order many thanks
Read Answer Asked by adam on July 14, 2025
Q: I have 6 years before I must draw from my RRSP. I have no consumer staples or consumer defensive stocks in any of my accounts. Can you recommend 3 US stocks that you like in each of these sector.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked on July 04, 2025
Q: If you were looking specifically at dividend safety and dividend growth, what would you prefer to own, JNJ or PG and why? is there another dividend growth company you would prefer for a US dividend account?
Read Answer Asked by Frank on June 30, 2025
Q: Hello 5i,
Since KO has split 10 for 1 is it an opportunity to jump in? I would be giving up PEP and PG. PEP has been down for 2 years though PG is at a peak I feel taking advantage of the KO price would be an advantage. Your thoughts please.
Stanley
Read Answer Asked by STANLEY on June 04, 2025
Q: Greetings Folks:
Given I am 79 years of age, do feel there are better options than waiting out UNH's revival? We are currently also invested in ElV.
Thanks millions for your great support!!!!
brian
Read Answer Asked by Brian on May 29, 2025
Q: What are your top suggestions for the best positioned Canadian and US dividend paying stocks where dividend is safe and where the stocks have some potential for growth? Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Luc on May 26, 2025
Q: Looking for decent dividends with above-average, consistent dividend growth - would you have 3 picks in Canada and the US that I can consider for long-term holdings? Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Michael on May 13, 2025
Q: What would be your best three stocks for a long term hold that have a good combination of dividend yield and modest growth on both the US and Canadian side of the border ?
Read Answer Asked by Robbie on April 21, 2025
Q: Retired investor with RIF and pension income looking to deploy capital to generate growth (moderate risk) and income. Please provide 5 companies each in the US and Canada to investigate further for investment soon. Canadian banks and utilities owned, so please exclude those.
Read Answer Asked by Joel on April 16, 2025
Q: What would be your top 10 US and Canadian stocks for a recession into 2028 with a 75% value ,25% growth protectionist portfolio strategy thanks
Read Answer Asked by andre on April 10, 2025
Q: In today’s and current turmoil what would be your favourite 5 Canadian and US Stocks to buy? Would you be averaging in over the next 6 to 12 months?

Thanks
Tim
Read Answer Asked by Timothy on April 03, 2025
Q: Looking for a stable US stock with some growth/dividend. Please make suggestions
Read Answer Asked by Rachel on March 25, 2025
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
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