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Q: With today’s PR, do you think the dividend is safer. If they were going to cut they would have done so today. I know they can still change their their mind, but what are the odds.?
Also, do you think methanol prices recover faster than oil in the next say 1 year.
Lastly would you average down ?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Luc on April 01, 2020
Q: RE: Asked by Terence on March 30, 2020 - $1.3 million in stocks presently sitting with $800K (90 % cash).

Hi. I'm (60 & retired) in similar situation; understand everyone's different. Planning a similar strategy to what 5i suggested, but starting with a more conservative ETF (i.e. VCNS or even VCIP) for a period (i.e. 3 months), transitioning (on a strict schedule or market declines %) to VBAL once market volatility declines. I used to be a VGRO-type investor, but after -15% YTD, I've seen the light & am now a converted VBAL-type.
>> What is 5i's opinion of this transition strategy? <<

Also plan to add some Gold [PHYS] soon, and carefully/slowly add a few choice solid stocks (i.e. CSU, BAM.A, MSFT),
maintaining asset mix, over next 6 months.
>> What to do you thing of this Hybrid (ETFs + Stocks) approach? <<
>> My schedule was over 6 months; 5i is suggesting 12 months; can you explain rational of 5i's 'extend' period? <<

As always, thank you for your sound advice.
Read Answer Asked by Paul on April 01, 2020
Q: What are your growth favourite companies with no debt and/or strong balance sheets that have low PEG ratios in CAD and USD? I understand there is minimal earnings visibility going forward so best guess is appreciated using companies that you expect to survive and eventually thrive. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Angus on April 01, 2020
Q: For those of us who still have Covalon shares, should we hold on to see if their product does have some promise? Or should we sell into strength. At one point, back pre-Saudi problems, you seemed to be very positive on the company: I had assumed you had a feeling for management and financial strength. Now, reading between the lines, you seem to be implying it is somewhat akin to a VSE mining stock promotion. (Maybe that's not a fair statement.) When I look at the product Covalon originally had regarding anti-infection of wounds, it makes some sense that they could pivot to something that might kill a virus. I understand that it would include sufficient alcohol to do the job, so is comparable to Purell. But they claim to have made something that would last longer than a simple alcohol wipe. I hear you say it is interesting, but I'm not quite sure how to take the fact that they were asked to re-write a somewhat promotional news release. Should we sell and then return when the product is more developed, or just hold for now?
Read Answer Asked by Gordon on April 01, 2020
Q: There are several more junior gold royalty streaming companies. Can you provide me with a list and suggest two or three that are worthy of some research?
Read Answer Asked by George on April 01, 2020
Q: Thinking about investment implications of this crisis. In a recent investigation by Assoiated Press it was reported that " The critical shortage of medical supplies across the U.S. (Canada?), including testing swabs, protective masks,surgical gowns and hand sanitizer, can be tied to a sudden drop in imports, mostly from China". Do you think there will now be a new emphasis on domestic manufacture and if so where might one find the companies that would benefit?
Thanks
Mike
Read Answer Asked by michael on April 01, 2020
Q: Thank you ALL 5i staff for your continuing, excellent service in these most unusual times. Hopefully, everyone will be able to"deleverage" some of the virus related stress sooner than later.
As for deleveraging, do you think enough of that was done in the past few weeks to alleviate that uncertainty from the markets currently?
Cheers, Joe
Read Answer Asked by Joe on April 01, 2020
Q: HI, thank you for replying "yes" to all. Can you kindly address the second part of the question and rank your favorites to buy today on valuation for long term holds 1 - 4? Thanks.

Q: 1) would you take a half position in PLC today?
2) would you take a half position in SIA today?
3) would you take a half position in WELL today?
4) Would you take a half position in ENGH today?
Read Answer Asked by Jordan on April 01, 2020
Q: Looking to simplify my life going with either XBAL or VBAL. They seem very comparable with slight differences regarding how much Canadian content.I also have the following ETF's .. QQQ,XQQ,SPY ,IWO ,XHC and ZAG. Could one still retain these or am I doubling down when really XBAL or VBAL will cover most of the stocks in these ETF's. Are there any that could be sold eg ZAG I don't mind having a bit extra in tech though.Thanks for your sound advice in these crazy times.
Read Answer Asked by Paul on April 01, 2020
Q: Peter; I’m debating taking some tax losses on ipl and key and riding out the 30 days in bip.un and sru.un. Please comment. Thanks. Rod
Read Answer Asked by Rodney on April 01, 2020
Q: Massive injections of liquidity and money printing by central banks around the world should continue for forseeable future.
Do you recommend holding more gold as a store of value against diminished purchasing power of currency, against a backdrop of deflation pressure and negative yield bonds?

Read Answer Asked by Nick on April 01, 2020
Q: With the slow down of the economy during this pandemic investors who depend on dividends to supplement their income are worried about dividends cuts and/or suspensions.
In an article in this morning's Globe the writer said: "For dividend investors looking for bargains, there is a lot to choose from".
Could you perhaps list (10) dividend stocks where you think the dividend will be safe.
What sector(s) would you advise investors to focus on at this time? The stocks need not be paying a dividend.
Looks like I have 2 questions.......
Read Answer Asked by shirley on April 01, 2020
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