Investment Q&A

Q: Robo-advisor's.

What is your opinion?

Would you recommend the best one?

Thank you.

Q: I have 3 questions in relation to my plans for realizing a capital loss re: a Starbucks (SBUX) holding within a corporate account. So far in 2024, I have realized net capital gains of ~$260,000 (100%) within this corporate account (I did this so as to capture the 50% inclusion rate effective before June 25, 2024). However, I now wish to partially offset this realized gain by realizing a capital loss for this position in Starbucks, currently at ~$90,000 (100%) unrealized capital loss.
(A) Would the 66.67% inclusion rate apply for this SBUX loss, if realized, even if all the previously realized capital gains during 2024 are applied at the 50% inclusion rate? (I realize you are not accountants, but I do know that you are generally aware of basic accounting principles related to commonly encountered investment scenarios.) It is my understanding that the 66.67% inclusion rate would apply, for this loss after June 25, but I am hoping you can corroborate this.
(B) My plan is to reacquire the Starbucks shares, after 30 days; however, I am not sure whether to just hold the SBUX sale proceeds in cash, for the minimum >30 day period, or whether to switch temporarily into a similar type of investment—what would you consider to be a reasonable “proxy” for SBUX? (note—I already own a similarly-sized position in QSR as my current SBUX position). Or given the possible slowing of consumer spending, and frequent summer stock trading doldrums, would you rather just hold cash for the >30-day waiting period?
(C) Finally, I am always nervous when the >30-day waiting period overlaps with a company earnings announcement (potential for greater price volatility). It appears that the next likely earnings announcement date for SBUX is expected to be around August 6, 2024. In other words, I could either realize the SBUX loss in the next few days (e.g., settlement on July 3 or July 5), or else wait until after the early August earnings announcement. I am curious how you would think about and approach this issue?

Ted

Q: Could you comment on their record Q2 results (released on 14 May)? On 5 June, they reinitiated a share buyback which is also a good sign.

Thanks as always.

Q: I'm considering a very small position in WBA as a "contra", turn-around pick. I recognize that this is not the type of stock 5i would consider investing in. However I value your opinion on this name despite its warts already mentioned in past Q&A:

- Do you see about a 5 P/E based on projected earnings? Other metrics also seem better than the last 10 years.....of course for a reason.

- How sustainable is the new dividend payout?

- Do they have the capability to cut costs enough to bring the debt load down to acceptable levels?

- In your opinion, how susceptible is their business model to disruption?

Q: I have an extra 100k and wish to purchase 10 covered calls for income and would appreciate your suggestions on this investment. I am also considering setting up a different broker account with no or lower fees than my current broker at 9.99$ in and 9.99 out. I would really appreciate your opinion on this as well. Thank You, James
P.S. Yesterday I also bought a 100k GIC at 5.10% and will let you know the results in 1 year!

Q: Hello 5i
Could I have your current assessment of Teradyne please?
Thank you
Dave

Q: Peter and His Wonder Team
Just noticed CET is consolidating 7 for 1.
In general what do you think of this move? Will the cost of the new share be 7X more? Thanks for your insights...always helpful.

Q: Giga casting has become a common thing on automotive assembly lines. Has Magna widely adopted the new technology?



Phil

Q: Using the Portfolio Analytics, I see I need to increase my international exposure. What strong performing stock and ETFs do you suggest? In Canadian dollars, and US dollars.

Also I'd like to know if CSU, LMN and TOI are Canadian.

TIA,

Brenda

Q: I have heard many times not to buy a falling knife. I currently own BCE and after many years I am now at an overall loss position. I am a senior and dividends are very important. What should I do, Buy more, or put a bag over my head and hold my breath, or sell?
thanks

Q: Greetings 5i,

Can you list your 5 best managed US and 5 best managed Canadian publicly traded companies. Also please briefly explain why they make your list.

Cheers!

Q: Please advise how I can invest in Solar Energy , long term investor, medium risk ok
Many thanks
Peter

Q: Looking to strictly optimize growth over next 3-5 years. Please rank potential of these favourites from current valuations: TIH, URI, ULTA, BKNG, UBER, ESTC, ASPN, FLUT, CROX, TRI, TFII

Q: Can you please give your opinion on Penn. Buy, sell or hold in a TSFA.
Thank you

Q: Can you suggest any principal-protected US ETFs? For parking USD cash to earn a yield in a securities account. (The only product I can think of that has this profile is a HISA ETF.)

Q: PBL has lost its momentum again. I am down 13% after holding less than a week. Other than this puppy is a 3 to 5 year hold, any thoughts as to what is going on here? Thank you

Q: Do you recommend hedged or unhedged Canadian ETFs for a retired Canadian couple?

Q: Jean asked about converting USD to CDN and you replied with Questrade steps. For TD I use the following: https://creditcarrots.com/norberts-gambit-td-direct-investing/ It is important to follow exactly i.e., when selling click the sell button on top right NOT the sell button beside the DLR shares. Or just call TD when ready to sell.

Q: Should I add a small position of this company to my TFSa

Q: Hello, I own Aritzia stock. I purchased it at its lowest point in 2023, and now it has increased by 63%. The company’s quarterly earnings release is scheduled for July 11. However, I have concerns that the earnings may not be ideal. To preserve my profit, I’m considering either selling the stock or buying a put option. It’s important to note that this stock is in my cash account, so selling it would have tax consequences. I would greatly appreciate your professional advice. Thank you!