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Q: I don't subscribe so only have the headline from The Economist of Nov. 30. Can anyone post the article?
Probably cause of recent strength.

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Read Answer Asked by Joseph on December 06, 2023
Q: Current PEs for CSU and Shop seem stratospheric and have me worried. How do they compare to historical PEs for these companies? Do the forward PEs for these two companies justify present share prices?

Jack
Read Answer Asked by John on December 06, 2023
Q: Hi Folks,

My RRSP portfolio consists of the above stocks all with relatively the same weighing. Can you suggest 5 names or so, (CDN and U.S) that I take a look at that would complement the above? I am looking for a company that would be a good buy today for both income and capital appreciation - total return.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by JOHN on November 29, 2023
Q: What effects do you see Artificial Intelligence having on Vertical Market Software companies , and specifically to CSU and its divisions? Is AI more or less of a threat to VMS than to horizontal software? How is CSU positioned for this massive technological transition?
Read Answer Asked by Youhut on November 27, 2023
Q: We finally have an RESP for our grandchild.

Ready for first equity purchase starting with about $6000.

Looking for suggestions.

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Ron on November 24, 2023
Q: Hello, Lumine shares have rallied almost 20%, since TD initiated coverage on Nov 14, with a BUY rating and $28 price target. Based on its present valuation and growth prospects (5-10 years), vis-a-vis, CSU/TOI, would you be comfortable increasing current position size of 1.75%, even after the run up ? Or would you suggest to add to 3.50% TOI weight ? ( CSU, already being a large weight ). Thank You
Read Answer Asked by rajeev on November 24, 2023
Q: Hi 5i, 95% of my rrsp account are in the above stocks , recently I trimmed technology to add BNS TFII QSR BN VFV , before it was very-highly tech oriented, now I'm looking to preserve capital and get a bit of dividends, Am I in the right track, looking to start withdrawing in the next 2 years, they all are between 8 to 12% of portfolio. Any suggestions for me. Grateful to 5i!
Read Answer Asked by Fernando on November 23, 2023
Q: I have some funds to invest in my unregistered account for a 5 year hold and am considering the above stocks and ETFs. Please comment on the projected growth of these stocks and ETFs and rank the stocks for future growth.
Read Answer Asked by Don on November 21, 2023
Q: Everyone, CSU shares, to my knowledge, have never split and as of today the share price is $3185 ish. What would it take for CSU to split their shares? I understand it’s does nothing financially but give you more shares. Clayton
Read Answer Asked by Clayton on November 21, 2023
Q: Hello 5i Team,

Could you please suggest 20 Canadian and/or U.S. stocks for a "buy and hold" portfolio in an RRSP with average-to-above-average risk and a 5+ year timeframe.

Feel free to subtract as many credits as you see fit.

Thanks in advance for your always helpful advice!

Read Answer Asked by Keith on November 20, 2023
Q: My wife took early retirement with DB plan. Her RRSP and TFSA are well diversified. She has enough money to invest in about 10 companies. This money is not needed in foreseeable future. However, a small dividend is appreciated along with capital appreciation. It will be invested in a regular account. Can you please suggest top 12 companies.

Thanks inadvance
Read Answer Asked by Atchuta on November 20, 2023
Q: Hello,

I am trying to determine whether tax loss selling would make sense in my current scenario. I have an over 20% weight position with CSU. I want to reduce this position which will trigger a large capital gain. Does is it make sense to sell my fixed income positions in CBO, XHY and VAB which will trigger a tax loss to help offset the CSU capital gain? I can also leave as is and hope the interest rate situation turns around in 2024?

Thanks for your help.
Read Answer Asked by Mauro on November 16, 2023
Q: What would be your current list of top 5 companies that you would consider your favorite, almost must own's, due to their potential, prior success, moats, or any other criteria you consider as most important, for the following investor:

- Relatively young with a long timeframe to save for retirement.
- Will not need the funds for a long time.
- Has no concerns with short term volatility.
- Irrespective of sector or geography.
- Looking to maximize chances of outperformance over time.

List can be shorter or longer if appropriate.

Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Joel on November 13, 2023
Q: I bought CSU way back at $400 or so and (despite your advice), hate the idea of selling any more of a stock that seems to do so well month after month. At some point however, I need to reduce CSU again, and am wondering about putting some into LMN which you like as well. I have very small positions in both TOI and LMN, but so far neither has done much in comparison to CSU.

My question is, if CSU has "an event" that drags it down really badly, will the sister companies also get tarred with the same brush? Would I be better looking at something completely different like HPS.A?

Thanks for your advice - I have done well by it!
Read Answer Asked by David on November 09, 2023
Q: Dear 5i
Could you rate in order of preference the listed stocks for inclusion into a TFSA account . Are there any other stocks you might include on this list that are good at this time for a TFSA account ?
Thanks
Bill C
Read Answer Asked by Bill on November 09, 2023
Q: Hi 5i,
Mother or kids?, If you have to pick one for all the good reasons, which one would it be ?
thanks
Read Answer Asked by Fernando on November 09, 2023
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