Q: On my Itrade account under the April 26 news section Eric Sprott purchased 16.2 million shares of Newmarket Gold at $2.80 to bring his holdings up to 17%. On April 26 the stock was trading in the $3.30 to $3.40 range. How did he get them for $2.80? Where is the best place to find when companies earnings are coming due. There is very little information on Itrade about it. People looking for somebody who explains stock charts -- go to stock scores with Tyler Bulhorn - he has a weekly email that explains all the charts and where the markets are headed.
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Q: It seems to me that shorts are a way for some investors to bottom feed. I really don't understand what they are about and why they are allowed. Is there a benefit to allow shorts in the stock market
Q: What are the differences between stocks that are listed as ABC.A or ABC.B? For example as in Chorus.A and Chorus.B. I know that they usually imply voting or non voting shares but could you please expand their status more specifically and how do they effect investment potential and which are preferred and when. What does voting or non voting actually mean and when are each the best investment? Your informed comment please.
Q: Hi, could 5i include a "Suggested Portfolio Weighting" comment in your stock reports? Even ranges such as "minimum", "recommended", "overweight" would be helpful. This would provide guidance for holdings that are not included in your model portfolios but covered by 5i.
Q: If a Stock has an Ex-Date of Tomorrow & I buy it today, will I still avail of the Dividend? OR, will it be denied because I technically will NOT own the stock until the Transaction Completes in a couple of Days?
Many thanks as always!
Many thanks as always!
Q: Although the market has had a good run lately, many companies are simply beating reduced expectations. I saw an analyst on BNN this morning note that top line revenues will be down about 7%. The economy is coasting along and showing no signs of a big jump. My intuition tells me that this may be a good year to "sell in May and go away." Or at least lighten up. Since you rely on more than intuition, I would be interested in your opinion on this.
Q: Hi,
I have taken up a few half positions in stocks with the following details in my portfolio:
Full position = 4% of total portfolio = $6400
Half position = 2% of total portfolio = $3200
Transaction fee = $9.97
For full positions, my strategy as been to consider trimming them if they get $2000 or more above a full position. I will consider adding to them if they drop at least $1500 to $2000 below a full position. This keeps my transaction fee at about 0.5% to 0.75%
This same strategy with half positions will cost me more on a percentage basis. Should I ignore this and just be happy I'm diversified, or would you employ a different strategy? My current half positions are HCG, CXI, GUD, and PHM.
I have taken up a few half positions in stocks with the following details in my portfolio:
Full position = 4% of total portfolio = $6400
Half position = 2% of total portfolio = $3200
Transaction fee = $9.97
For full positions, my strategy as been to consider trimming them if they get $2000 or more above a full position. I will consider adding to them if they drop at least $1500 to $2000 below a full position. This keeps my transaction fee at about 0.5% to 0.75%
This same strategy with half positions will cost me more on a percentage basis. Should I ignore this and just be happy I'm diversified, or would you employ a different strategy? My current half positions are HCG, CXI, GUD, and PHM.
Q: What is the difference between Notional distribution Adjustment to Book value and RETURN OF CAPITAL ADJUSTMENT TO BOOK COST ????
Q: With the Canadian Dollar getting stronger is it time to pull out of my US stock and bring the money home. My portfolio is 50/50 CDN to US
Q: I have managed my own registered portfolio for the past few years(with valuable input from 5i). I have sold my GTA house and will have this house money during a 2 year relocation period and then will likely be buying real estate again. Any advice for managing registered vs. non-registered investments during that time. Also, any allocation ideas related to type of stocks, fixed income or other investments keeping in mind the two-three year time frame with the new money. I currently have a registered portfolio with a number of dividend payers. Am i better to switch the registered funds too a more growth oriented approach and buy some utilities/banks/telcos in the non-registered.
Also, are Canadian based ETF's that hold non-Canadian stocks eligible for the dividend tax credit?
Thanks team
Also, are Canadian based ETF's that hold non-Canadian stocks eligible for the dividend tax credit?
Thanks team
Q: How sustainable is the current metals and oil rally? If it is more than a blip, what would you recommend should be added to a portfolio to capture what is left of the upside?
Q: Hi Peter,
My question was on Rb energy will it come out of bankcrupcy and what happens to the shares of the company.
Thanks
Paul
My question was on Rb energy will it come out of bankcrupcy and what happens to the shares of the company.
Thanks
Paul
Q: I am considering investing a portion of my investments allocated to property with this company. You need to lock in for a year and they pay 10% interest monthly. After 12 months you can liquidate if you wish. What is you opinion vs investing in second mortgages or Property Reits http://paramountequity.ca/
Q: Hi all at 5i! Could you please explain to me the concept of " dumb money"? I gather it refers to us retail investors...the ones that are not large enough to influence the markets and have no insider information to get ahead of the game. There has been a lot of commentary from some investment companies and bearish investment advisors , that the smart money is leaving stocks and the dumb money is piling in. I guess that is me since I am selectively adding stocks. Again, is this concept of dumb money fear mongering or just a label given to us little guys by some financial smarty pants? Do you agree ,that as little guys,we should just stick to our investment plans and ignore the negative labelling. Your thoughts on the matter would be welcomed. Cheers, Tamara
Q: Hi Team,
In regard to valuation metrics such as P/E, EV/EBITDA, P/CF. Can you guys explain a bit on how to interpret these numbers to determine what is under or overvalued. I know you have to look at industry, earnings variability, growth of earnings etc. If your answer would take too long is there some reading material we could look at to learn?
Keep up the good work!
In regard to valuation metrics such as P/E, EV/EBITDA, P/CF. Can you guys explain a bit on how to interpret these numbers to determine what is under or overvalued. I know you have to look at industry, earnings variability, growth of earnings etc. If your answer would take too long is there some reading material we could look at to learn?
Keep up the good work!
Q: Hi Team.
What is your "take" on fears around the Gold backed Yuan and the US dollar? The last Q and A was mid 2015.
Thanks for the great uplift to the site...good stuff!
What is your "take" on fears around the Gold backed Yuan and the US dollar? The last Q and A was mid 2015.
Thanks for the great uplift to the site...good stuff!
Q: Hello Peter & teams.I have roughly $25,000 to put in a diversified portfolio. What would you recommend?
thank you
thank you
Q: Hello 5i team,
Congrats for the improvements:
1) in the Q/A's the topic is clearly identified
2) what is the difference between My Favourites and My Watchlist?
3) love the recap of my own Q/A's; I won't have to save them
4) what would it take to follow the 5i portfolios in real time?
Thanks
Antoine
Congrats for the improvements:
1) in the Q/A's the topic is clearly identified
2) what is the difference between My Favourites and My Watchlist?
3) love the recap of my own Q/A's; I won't have to save them
4) what would it take to follow the 5i portfolios in real time?
Thanks
Antoine
Q: Alltech, a private co. is buying all outstanding shares of
RCL at $40.75. Is that just the shares not held by Fairfax?
Why is it trading heavier than usual today, and a little
below $40.75?
RCL at $40.75. Is that just the shares not held by Fairfax?
Why is it trading heavier than usual today, and a little
below $40.75?
Q: I would appreciate your thoughts on Ridley's quarterly results announced today. Thanks!