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Q: I'm looking to add a defensive element to my RRSP account and would appreciate a recommendation or two for an income generating consumer's staple ETF.
Also, if holding just one, would you suggest a CAD, US or global fund?
Thanks, Rick
Read Answer Asked by Richard on June 20, 2022
Q: I hold WSP from 5i's Balance Portfolio and wonder if this stock is over priced in this market with a forward P/E of 22.8x (according to Koyfin). Just prior to COVID in January 2020, WSP traded around $96 and now it is about 40% more. Is WSP over priced in this market? What is their main focus on the consulting front?
Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Grant on June 20, 2022
Q: I am wondering about the relative safety of these Reits if interest rates runs really high. I was reading an article in Barron's which claimed a high number of Reits went bankrupt in the 70's and 80's, but went on to say it wouldn't happen today even in the same case scenario, but it did not say why. Wondering what you think of that statement, and if you could answer "why it wouldn't happen now". Do you think these Reits are safe to add to as they go down, and would their dividends be safe if interest rates ran hot for a couple of years? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Pat on June 20, 2022
Q: If one has spent years building a diversified portfolio of mainly equities in quality companies and one is reliant on the portfolio for income what is your advice during a bear market? To sell and exit the market one could finally get decent rates on GICs but you would never know when to reenter the market and eventually GIC rates could go down leaving you without enough income. Plus you get dividend tax credit. Does one just close eyes and collect the dividends. I know some fund managers sell but I feel like this is the wrong thing to do. Your insight helping us through these difficult market times is really valuable.
Read Answer Asked by Neil on June 20, 2022
Q: SANM.US appears to be one of those under-the-radar tech companies that provides design and services to other companies rather than relying on retailing a product. Stock has been impervious to tech downturn so far. Can you provide a general comment on its key metrics mentioning comparables/competitors?
Read Answer Asked by John on June 20, 2022
Q: With oil still 100$ plus and Natural Gas up- what is the big drop in energy stocks as CVE,TOU etc-seems like demand with air travel-etc is still there-Refiners made money at 50$ or are theuy overvalued ? opinion
Read Answer Asked by terrance on June 20, 2022
Q: Hi, A follow up to my question earlier. Do you think, the sharp drop in oil price on Friday and recent weakness in Oil and Gas equities could have been triggered by recession fears ? If this is one of the reasons, with more rate hikes in the cards and probability of a recession going up, in your view, how is the Energy sector likely to hold ? How does a retail investor position for next 6-12 months ? Thanks again
Read Answer Asked by rajeev on June 20, 2022
Q: I hoped I could shed some light for Paul regarding his question on tax loss selling.

Most people on this site are buy-and hold investors rather than traders. Their thinking is that they can sell, harvest a tax break from the loss, and then buy it back to hold for a long period.

In short, they are aiming to continue holding it for the long term, but getting a tax benefit in the short term by quickly selling and buying it back.

5i - please publish or not as you see fit.
Read Answer Asked by Kevin on June 20, 2022
Q: Is there a reason that the vix has currently not spiked more? Does not the current market warrant a good panic? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by William on June 20, 2022
Q: Hi guys, I know I missed the boat on the latest downturn but is it better to short the CDN index or buy an inverse fund when the markets take a nosedive. Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Anthony on June 20, 2022
Q: We plan to begin annually to withdraw funds from our RSP investment accounts and transfer the amount minus the withheld taxes in a cash investment account. The funds are not needed at this time but the purpose is to reduce future taxes,although we are aware that we will be paying taxes on 50% of the Capital Gains in the cash investment account as well as taxes on dividends. With the stock market being at a low at this time is it a good strategy to do the withdrawing and reinvesting at this time ?
Read Answer Asked by Elizabeth on June 20, 2022
Q: I'm primarily a income oriented investor with some growth. of these two companies the yield is close enough that best growth prospects is the determining factor in your opinion which has best growth. or should I own both? I already own BCE
Read Answer Asked by Ron on June 20, 2022
Q: Seeking alpha published an article today highlighting the HIT TO BOOK VALUE that will come when Q2 results are published in a month. They also advise not to panic and why.

As someone who saw a double drop to a 50% gain… I welcome the opportunity to buy Brk.b on sale.

My question is : Buy now? Or wait til Q2 results are published? Or maybe it doesn’t matter?

Many thanks as always.
Read Answer Asked by Donald on June 20, 2022
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