Investment Q&A

Q: I AM TECH HEAVY AND WANT TO REBALANCE MY PORTFOLIO. WOULD YOU PLEASE SUGGEST TWO CANADIAN AND TWO US STOCKS IN EACH OF THE FOLLOWING SECTORS. CONSUMER DISCRETIONARY, CONSUMER STAPLES, MATERIALS AND COMMUNICATIONS. I HAVE BEEN A MEMBER SINCE DAY ONE OF 5I AND RATE YOU THE BEST OF THE SIX NEWSLETTERS I SUBSCRIBE TOO. THANKS FOR THE GREAT WORK AND TAKE AS MANY CREDITS AS NEEDED.

Q: I am interested in stocks in the material sector, both US and Canada. Any ideas and suggestions?

Q: Eastman just had their earnings a few days ago. What do you think of the stock? Are there better opportunities in the sector, CDN or US? I have a small position in my RRSP, and was thinking of adding to it.

Thank you for all you do.

Q: Hello, from looking at the long-term chart of Sherwin-Williams, it appears that this a compounder stock with a good underlying business. Since you last commented in January, the stock has had a bit of a pullback. Any updates on your broad thoughts around valuation and prospects for the for the near-to-mid term (1-2 years), and whether you like this name?

Q: Hi - it's been a while since I've seen comments on SHW so wanted to know your current thoughts as it approaches its earnings release in a couple of weeks. Does it seem to be a bit pricey based on it's historical valuations? Do you have any concerns about this qtr and their possible upcoming commentary? Is it a price taker or setter. Bottom line...any concerns in near term and especially since market seems to be in mode for beating down high multiple stocks. Thanks as always

Q: Hi Peter,

In this downtrend market could you please give your three best stocks to buy for 3 to 5 years hold in each sector in canada and US as well ?
Thank you for your best advise on this platform.

KT

Q: My portfolio analysis suggests I am underweight in Basic Materials, Consumer Cyclicals, Utilities and Healthcare. I have USD to invest as I am also underweight in the US. Could you give me your 2 best suggestions for overall return (not high-risk) in each of these sectors individually as well as a group. I would also like to know if there are Canadian companies more attractive than your US suggestions in the same sector. Thank you for your help over the years

Q: Hi team,

Grateful for your views on these companies. Are the strong growth and dividend sustainable ?
Which is the best buy now ?

Gratefully,

Jacques IDS

Q: Hi 5i
Currently considering SHW for 1/2 position and a 2 year hold. Its down slightly off its high and offers small dividend.
What is your current opinion on this company going forward and would you consider taking a position at current price? Why /why not?
Would you consider the announced upcoming 3 for 1 stock split as potential catalyst?
Thx
Jim

Q: I am considering purchasing either Home Depot or Sherwin Williams. Do you consider these stocks a buy at this time and if so which one would you recommend or is there another security in this industry that you prefer. Thank You.

Q: Hi, Can you name a few companies say 3 Us and 3 canadian companies who have been prolific in creating value for their shareholders either by buying back shares/not increasing their share count while growing consistently. A small dividend if applicable but leaning more towards growth in earnings. Preferably with some sort of monopoly or advantage in their field. Thank you.

Shyam

Q: No one seems to have asked a question on this company. Can I get your thoughts?

Q: Hello Peter and the 5I team

I am using SHERWIN-WILLIAMS CO as an example. I like to use ROE as one of the main numbers I look at before I buy a stock, is there a point when a high ROE is a concern. SHW has a ROE of 145 ( according to my RBC banking brokerage info) is this too high? At what level do red flags come up and what causes extremely high ROE. What statistics do you look at and could you rank them for their importance in your check list.

Thanks