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Q: Looking to add TRP ( already have ENB ) to my RRSP for some income but am somewhat concerned if there were to be a recession - would this be considered a "Utility " thus less likely to take a hard hit or would I be better looking at BEP.UN, FTS, AQN or EMA and if so, which would you recommend at this time ? Your opinion is greatly appreciated.
thanks
Read Answer Asked by JOHN on August 28, 2019
Q: Hello 5i Team,
I currently hold in my TFSA both AQN and BLX. Judging that the market is running for safety and that I have a long time horizon, would you consider adding/switching to another utility such as CU(11x PE) or BEP. If not, any other companies tickle your fancy?

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Massimo on August 09, 2019
Q: How many utilities are enough and where? I have AQN in TFSA and , BEP, BIP, FTS in cash account (along with BAM.A and BBU.UN - total Brookfield is 8.91%). My spreadsheet indicates I have 3% space left in utilities sector to add but your PA says I am over. Sold all of H (was largest utility holding) due to political risk of current chaotic provincial government. Looking at a replacement for H. Don't really need the income for living , looking more for safety and some growth. Looking for your view on how you would rank above prospects or should I add to existing, or stand pat?
Read Answer Asked by William Ross on August 01, 2019
Q: I manage a TFSA for a 26 year old relative, with the following stocks:
GSY, CSU, PHO, KWH-UN, COV, GOOG

With the cash coming from KWH, we are looking to buy. So two questions:
1. Is there any obvious "hole" in terms of sector that we should try to fill?
2. She has indicated a desire for a renewable energy stock. We are considering BEP.UN, AQN, NPI, RNW - which you you choose, or is there another you would suggest instead?

Thanks for your excellent service!
Read Answer Asked by Ed on July 19, 2019
Q: I have 50k to deploy from Crius. Amusing no overweight , time or sector considerations.
Top considerations
1. safety
2. income
3 less sensitive to recession
could you rate the above from best first.
PLEASE ADD OTHER OPTION THAT FIT THE CONSIDERATIONS
thanks you


Read Answer Asked by JOSEPH on July 17, 2019
Q: Which companies in your portfolios do you consider relatively close to recession proof?Please break down as to income,balanced, growth.Of these companies you pick,which ones increase their dividend at least 3% on an annual basis?
Read Answer Asked by Terry on June 21, 2019
Q: I hold a position in BEP.UN and was thinking of either adding to it or starting a new position in either BIP.UN or BAM. I'm a conservative long term investor and would reinvest any dividend income. I will hold it in a registered account. Which of these companies do you think offers the best value now.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Gary on June 20, 2019
Q: Hi,
I am extremely underweight the utilities sector, so would like to buy one utility.

I like the geographic diversity of BEP.UN and that you have it rated as “A”.
Would this be your top utility pick?

I’m not concerned about dividend yield or even total return, so much as which utility will come through the next economic downturn with the least damage.

Thanks,
Read Answer Asked by Irwin on June 07, 2019
Q: My wife only wants to invest in environmentally friendly companies ( eg renewable energy sector etc). I have bought for her QST. I would like to put her in solid larger companies that pay a dividend. Could you recommend your top 5 picks?
Read Answer Asked by Murray on May 28, 2019
Q: Good Afternoon,

I am looking at raising some cash. Of the above, which 3 would be your sell preference, in order of 1st, 2nd & 3rd.


Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Larry on May 23, 2019
Q: Hi all,
I am a buy and hold dividend investor looking for income and some growth with a 5+ year horizon. I am considering opening first positions in the above mentioned Brookfield family. I am interested in your opinion on the relative merits of these investments (how would you rank them). Also how / where should they be held in relative order to minimize taxes - Open / RRSP / TFSA - CAN / USD account?
Thank-you
Ken
Read Answer Asked by Ken on May 23, 2019
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