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Q: My question is regarding the effect of (1) an increase in capital gains tax (2) an increase in taxes on dividends, by our new government. If the first happens, wouldn't money leave higher growth TSX stocks? I am not suggesting that an "exodus" would happen, but certainly a percentage of the holders would reconsider the validity of putting their cash at risk if the government retains (let's say) 25% more tax for the capital gains no? Now, if the second happens, wouldn't 3-4% dividend stocks attract less buyers? Why own a dividend stock with little growth if the government taxes it almost the same as income (for higher income brackets it would be the case)? Other members who are friends of mine have the same question. A blog about this would be awesome. Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Matt on February 15, 2017
Q: Good Morning
Firstly, thank you for guiding me towards TNC. Although the premium offered is disappointing I will still book a 50% profit in my TFSA on a company that was nowhere on my radar without 5i. I've narrowed down my replacement to either OTEK or PHO. do you prefer one over the other?
Thank you for your continued guidance
Read Answer Asked by Marty on February 15, 2017
Q: RE: "short attack"
Everyday a quarter of US adults with internet access trade as retail and professional investors make it 54 million and probably 6 millions in Canada. For DIY like me they are all my competition.
"THE" market is probably one of the most expensive of the last 100 years, so finding money to make is pretty dam hard and certainly exponentially more than 2009 or 2012 when Peter started 5I.
So retail have a choice to pause for a while, but professional traders have to come home everyday with more money in their pocket that when they started or they will be, at one point fired.
And then there is HF, the most disturbing newbee on the block, accounting for 72% of all orders on all markets.
On top of this any game has become fair game. No punishment, no rule!
So get used to more fake news more volatility (for those worried about 5% drops..) or follow Peter portfolios.
For those DiY that have time to read, I suggest "Dark pools the rise of the machine traders..."
Read Answer Asked by claude on February 15, 2017
Q: I agree that the offer price is a pretty good deal for Paypal and not so much for the shareholders.

Why don't all 5i readers submit their vote, turning down the offer and see what happens.

I'm going to vote no for my 35,000 shares. Why don't the rest of you do the same.

Lets see what happens. Nothing ventured nothing gained. Perhaps we can get a better offer.

Best

Sheldon


Read Answer Asked by Sheldon on February 15, 2017
Q: Hello 5i,

I bought VSN before Xmas on a analyst report from RBC. I have a good return so far, but I know you are not very fond of this company. Therefore I would like to replace it with something more attune to your thinking and values.

My question is what do I replace it with. Possibly ALA.r?

I do thank you all for your good work and valued opinion.

Rick
Read Answer Asked by Rick on February 15, 2017
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