Investment Q&A

Q: If these were the only companies in a small Canadian portfolio: TRI, LMN, CSU and BAM, in what order would you sell?

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Q: Hi to all. For a GARP long-term investor, what are your recommendations today, 5 can securities & 5 US stock exchanges securities.
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Q: First, want to thank you for the service provided over the years. I recently reached a financial milestone (another 0 at the end of the net worth statement at age 33) and 5i played a massive part. Biggest elements were the great stock picks (obviously) which allowed me to outperform the market quite a bit, as well as the reassurance to stay long when the market has a fit.

My question is can you provide a list of top picks for long term growth that are less associated with AI. I'm heavy in AI, want to stay overweight, however would like to slowly diversify a bit over time. Open to a mix of risk levels.

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Could you provide your top 3 or 4 choices from your income and balanced portfolio you would buy today? If there are any gems outside of these portfolios that are worth a hard look please include them.
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Q: Hello 5i Team,

Following up on your answer to Sandra's question on April 11th re: beaten down U.S. software stocks, could you please rank the top 5 choices in order for a 3+ year hold.

Also, where would CSU rank if it was included as a 6th stock in this list?

Thanks in advance for your always helpful advice!

Q: How broad was the move in software yesterday? Was it virtually industry wide Was there something specific that happened? Thank you.

Q: Can you give me 3 stocks (Canadian or US) that have been beaten up since the start of the year that you have the highest conviction on for a turnaround for the rest of the year?

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Q: Hello, I have had these 3 companies in my portfolio for a few years and have seen a steady decline recently (esp CSU). I know you still rate them A or B but wondering your thoughts on holding on or selling....I am in for the long haul but would like to see better results . Since inception I'm down 34% GLXY, 23% BYD, 45% CSU. thx for your feedback.

Q: Hello, the question is for listings only on the TSX

1: For a TFSA what would be your top 5 stocks to buy in order right now.

2: For a TFSA what would be your top 2 ETFs for growth and top 2 ETFs for dividends.

3: For a RRSP what would be your top 2 ETFs for growth and top 2 ETFs for dividends.

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Q: Can you rank these top ten "losers" in terms of the most recommended to dollar cost average from 1 being the best opportunity to DCA to 10 being the least recommended to, thanks.

Q: Normally, I would continue to hold these stocks – CLBT, SNOW, CSU, TRI, OKTA, HUBS, ADSK, KRMN - but all are in the red and I could use some capital losses for tax reporting. BUT all are rated as strong buys with good potential upside by TipRanks. I think only KRMN reports within the next thirty days. Would you sell any today? And would you buy them back in thirty days? Would I be better to wait until closer to the end of the year? Thank you.

Q: My kids RESP currently hold CSU, SHOP, SIS, ATZ, XIC, BN, PNG, VTI. CSU was purchased at $3,250 and SHOP at $210. Is it wise to average down now or is there another one or two that will be good to add to this mix?

Thank you!

Q: I'm confused about when it makes sense to do tax loss selling. I am down almost 30% in CSU and LMN. Does it make sense for me to sell and register the loss and possibly rebuy after the 30 day wait? I am an older senior and don't have a lot of time to patiently wait for recovery, and despite the speed with which it dropped, I suspect recovery will be much longer. My main confusion, I think, is not really understanding how tax loss selling actually works.

Q: Energy is obviously trading at a premium, given the current conflict, and with this in mind I was thinking of taking advantage of the bump and trimming my CNQ and SU positions. While I don't have any concerns about the companies, it would seem to make sense to monetize some of those gains. That being said, the current conflict has obviously impacted other sectors and companies negatively. What are some opportunistic buys (in your opinion) of companies that are currently depressed by the current conflict, but whose balance sheets and business models are sound, and who will probably do fine over the next 5 years.

Q: Four oil companies make up 30 percent of my portfolio. Purchased during covid and have had big gains in all four. The yield on cardinal based on cost base is 22 percent. This is stupid I know but if not for these four my portfolio is a disaster. It’s basically kept me flat while the tech sector has taken a dive. Should I start to exit some of the oil positions and where do you go if the majority of the 5i favourites are all ready owned ?

Q: Hi Peter, can I get your thoughts on Mark Leonard’s announcement not to stay as a board of directors of CSU. He is staying on with their PEMs strategy as an advisor. Does this change your view at all at how you look at the three companies and how do you think the market will react.

Q: In response to a recent question on companies worth considering, 5i suggested ATD, CSU and CNR. I have 'some basic understanding' of ATD's and CNR's business, strengths, and financials. Just now taking an initial look at CSU, and wondering, how does a company with a P/E ratio (using 2025 EPS) of roughly 100, more debt than equity, and a negligible dividend rate so highly in today's uncertain environment?

Q: Did you see the video by Mohnish Pabrai (buffet-mimicker) where he talks about CSU being at a price where he would jump in ie 2300 range vs SP 500 and his meeting with the former ceo. He stated that they look at 50-70000 companies per 2 year cycle and estimates that 2% or so might be up for grabs( due to retirement ceos etc). He feels like you have mentioned that AI MIGHT be a significant tailwind for them. I have held for over 15 years and bought some along the way but wondering about accumulating new shares-- is 2300 a good price for accumulation ? This time i think i will also add some in my tfsa due to the tax consequences. Incidentally he has a 5% holding in his wagon equity etf, and he holds topicus and i think lumine group as well. Thanks for all the great suggestions over the years , really appreciate it.

Q: Can you name 3 Canadian and 3 US companies that have above average EBITDA, pricing power, generate high cash flow. Please rank in order of preference to buy now for long term hold

Thx Yves