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Q: Hi Peter
I am reviewing my so called balanced portfolio.as we head into 2017
Right now this is where its at.
NON STAPLES 10%--STAPLES 9%--FINANCIALS 18%--HEALTH 9%--ENERGY 9%
INDUSTRIALS 11%--TECHNOLOGY 10%--MATERIALS 14%--UTILITIES 4%
TELECOMMUNICATIONS 2%--
AS YOU SEE IT IS OUT OF WHACK--COULD I PLEASE HAVE YOUR COMMENTS ON ANY
SECTOR YOU THINK I SHOULD REDUCE EXPOSURE AND ALSO ANY I SHOULD ADD TO-
IF YOU WANT ME TO ADD ANY STOCKS TO SAY UTILITIES OR TELCOM--WHAT WOULD YOU SUGGEST---I CURRENTLY HAVE AQN-BEP.UN-FTS AND T--I GUESS I COULD ALSO TOP THESE UP----IN THE OTHER SEGMENTS I HAVE AT LEAST 4 OR 5 STOCKS.
THANKS --HAVE A GOOD 2017

PETER
Read Answer Asked by peter on January 09, 2017
Q: Hi Guys
Just thinking with the recent cyber attacks on the US election, as well as on our own Hydro grid, if this will be a concern for the next US administration, and should be a concern for our "picture Opt" guy in Ottawa.
What would be 5I opinion on this, and if it is a concern, would you consider panw to be in a good place on this, or are there any other including Canadian listed companies.
Thanks in advance and Cheers for 2017
Read Answer Asked by Rick on January 09, 2017
Q: Market reaction on the previous earnings report for Aecon, AutoCanada and Brookfield Asset Management brought me unpleasant surprises and the price of stocks substantially dropped. This makes me nervous as we approach the new earnings season. My questions are:
1. Would you recommend holding the above listed stocks or perhaps selling some of them?
2. In general, shouldn't it be safer to sell all stocks a week or two before earnings, an buy them again later?
Read Answer Asked by Rudolf on January 09, 2017
Q: In the REIT sector I currently own ZRE & XRE. I am moving my REITS to my RRSP due to the tax implications ( ie no Dividend Tax Credit ). 1)
1) What are you favourite investments in this sector ?
2) Do you see a need to own individual REITS as opposed to an ETF?

Thank you.

Paul
Read Answer Asked by paul on January 09, 2017
Q: The above lists my oil and gas investments. In addition I have drilling, service companies, and pipelines also associated with oil and gas. I feel that I have too many companies to easily follow and would like some recommendations. Based on your current thoughts can you recommend which I should sell and which I should buy more of and why. Also if there is company that I have not listed which you think is a better fit please consider including that in your recommendations. Based on my history, I usually keep an investment for a minimum of 5 years and some of the above I have had for at least 15 years. Also, if you believe that later in the year may be a better time to consider the trades I am contemplating will you please mention that as well. Thank you very much. I highly value your opinion.
Read Answer Asked by ED on January 09, 2017
Q: I need help with my TFSA. I should be at $51,000 as I added this year's amount. I am sitting at $39,500 with the following stocks - FCF, HCG, NA and STB. Could you make any recommendations to help this account get back on it's feet? To other investors, my biggest loss was from ABX, where I lost $8000. Be careful with Gold products.
Read Answer Asked by Ken on January 09, 2017
Q: Hi Peter, Re - Growth Portfolio. Considering its performance, Is there any plans to review / revamp the portfolio or you are satisfied with its composition.
2. Re - Tucows - You had this in portfolio but was sold. How it looks now. Is it buyable. Is there any specific benefit in buying US exchange vs TSX. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by RUPINDER on January 09, 2017
Q: Good Afternoon 5i

Price action definitely heading back up in last few trading days. Momentum/Volume sharply again today. New feasibility study expected in January with increased resource base considered. Any comments on increased SP and Volume? 2017 looks like a year of strong possibilities. What should I look for in assessing NR feasibility study when it is releasing.

Thanks as always for your valued comments.

Randy
Read Answer Asked by Randy on January 09, 2017
Q: Thinking of buying ATD.B or PBH or both.Please advise,& if this is a good entry point or after Jan 20.ATD.B is trading in a range of low $60 to low $62 between Dec 1 & Jan 5 & PBH from $64 to $70(Nov 11 to Jan5) Does this range of former indicates that it is forming a base & the latter is at resistance.Please explain.Always appreciate U usual great services & views
Read Answer Asked by Peter on January 09, 2017
Q: Hi Peter

Iam in a situation that i have about 300k divided amonst 2 tfsa and 2 rrsp account. I would like to invest these funds for income and safety. I also have about another 200k in these accounts divided between pwf bns and gwo. Could you recommend maybe 3 to 5 stocks to achieve my goals. I think it would be too much to try to replicate the income portfolio. i was was thinking equal weights of wsp T Bip cu fts or enb.

Thanks
Mike
Read Answer Asked by Michael on January 09, 2017
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