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Q: I was just wondering if you could clarify what the 'blackout' rules are for company insiders prior to an earnings report. I have seen this pattern before when a company reports decent earnings, the stock gaps up but sells off on heavy volume. To me, that suggests that some holders were waiting to 'sell the news' on a day that would have heavy volume/liquidity. In your experience, could that be company insiders finally able to sell their stock because they are not allowed to do it prior to earnings? CLS this week is a good example, because usually it is a very low volume trader. Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Philip on January 30, 2023
Q: Dear 5i,
If one were to hold VFV and VSP for an infinite period of time and assume MER's were the same and effects of currency were neutral.
Is it reasonable to assume VFV would outperform VSP by approximately 1% because of hedging costs? If not, can you help explain.
Read Answer Asked by Ian on January 30, 2023
Q: I have a less than 1% position in VEEV and am down about 20%. I have been watching MDT and am thinking of punting VEEV and putting 2-3% into MDT. MDT is way off highs due at least in part to surgery delays. Appreciate your thoughts on both.
Thanks, Greg
Read Answer Asked by Greg on January 30, 2023
Q: I am considering investing some money in the Chinese market. Can I please have your thoughts on Baba and the two ETF's noted. as well what is your overall opinion on investing in China?
Read Answer Asked by Brian on January 30, 2023
Q: So I have added BN and GSY as more growth orientated stocks to my conservative ( banks, utilities, telecom, reits ) non registered account and now looking to add two of these seven names to the mix. Which look the most attractive regarding valuation, balance sheet and growth and why ? Thanks. Derek
Read Answer Asked by Derek on January 27, 2023
Q: I recently heard a podcast which said that buybacks generally benefit insiders and were actually illegal prior to the Clinton administration. I do notice myself that the stock price does not seem to rise much on the announcement of big buybacks and that companies seem to do it when the price is higher rather than times like these when it would seem most worthwhile.

What is your take on this?
Read Answer Asked by Kevin on January 27, 2023
Q: What are your best 2 picks for the public storage sector US or Canadain and why. Is this a good sector to invest in at this time. Thank you for your analysis.
Read Answer Asked by Ian on January 27, 2023
Q: Hi 5i:
I'm down in all of these , what are your recommendations for each one
HOLD SELL BUY ? for the next 12 - 18 months.
Thank you !!!
Read Answer Asked by Fernando on January 27, 2023
Q: Can you please elaborate on the above
Thanks in advance
Rick
Read Answer Asked by Rick on January 27, 2023
Q: Looking at adding to a smallish position in Stelco, but recently saw an analyst recommend Champion Iron. I view Champion as similar to Stelco, being a high volatility business dependent on the pricing environment (iron ore/steel) of their product. I like STLC's large share buybacks, dividends, solid balance sheet and very cheap p/e multiple. With a major recession looking less likely, which do you prefer and why?
Read Answer Asked by Dan on January 27, 2023
Q: I'm looking to add a US dividend company into my portfolio with some growth.
Can you rank the best, in your view, of these 5 companies VNO, BMY, ABBV, BAC and T? Any suggestions to add to the list?

Thank you,
Read Answer Asked by Stephan on January 27, 2023
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