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Q: Peter
Some great questions today. Badger has gone from a 2% initial position in my portfolio to a 10.5% position. I thought I had seen you write earlier that you might ride a winner up to 15 % of a portfolio is BAD that kind of a stock. Also I think you also recently mentioned that Badger could now be considered an Industrial does this increase the multiple applied to BAD or is there some other impact(s). Also could you provide the link to your twitter account. I lost it when I traded in my Blackberry. Thank you again for your excellent and timely advice.
Read Answer Asked by Mike on March 31, 2014
Q: Hi, 5i team, This is a comment on Claire's question. I believe risk is a variable concept because of the following two reasons. (1) if you include inflation into the risk equation which is sensible if purchasing power is more important than capital preservation, then nothing is risk free. Bank notes under the mattress may still be there years later but they won't buy as much. (2)The other side of the coin from risk is opportunity. There is such a thing as missed opportunity. Based on these concepts, my risk in the portfolio varies. If, as I believe the next 3-5 years will have a slow growth and lowish inflation, I adjust my fix income portion of the portfolio downward. So, I am 72years old, an income invester with a small pension, my fixed income is down to less than 20%. Apparently, I agree with the latest theory. Thank as ever. Henry
Read Answer Asked by Henry on March 31, 2014
Q: Hi Peter and Team
My 35 year old has transferred his $5300 in RRSp account out of mutual funds. I would like your advice on whether the following is a good strategy to get some growth into this account.
I am considering XIC for half the money and the rest divided among TCN, SGY,and SYZ or DHX. Would you think this wise? or do you think 2 ETF's one US and one Canadaian and if so which ones? Thank-you
Read Answer Asked by Kathy on March 31, 2014
Q: What is your opinion on MXF as means of getting some exposure to precious metals with a little income on the side? Is the payout reasonably secure with this kind of product?
Thanks for the info.
Brian B
Read Answer Asked by Brian on March 31, 2014
Q: Peter: What is your rationale for investing in hedge funds? They don't appear to generate superior returns versus long only portfolios and often carry more risk because there is no loss limits on short positions. Thanks. Michael
Read Answer Asked by Michael on March 31, 2014
Q: BNK the price is off over the last few days. Last comments listed are positive. Do you see this as a slight correction with continued upside to come? Or has something changed?
Read Answer Asked by Douglas on March 31, 2014
Q: I am interested in PPY. Over 5 years it has twice gone from $14 to $6, and the price is now climbing again. It is at @8.90. Do you know the reasons for why PPY fluctuated so much, and do you believe there is still a strong upside from the current price of $8.90?
Read Answer Asked by Robert on March 31, 2014
Q: Hi,
I purchased TMC at $10.44, as recommended by my previous management firm, for my TFSA. In view of Thursday's transactions, should I continue to hold or cut my losses and run?
Thank you.
Paul
Read Answer Asked by Paul on March 31, 2014
Q: Hello 5i,

I wonder how a new member should invest using your model portfolio. Should he buy equal portions all at once? If not, how should he phase in?

What signal/signals should he use to sell a stock? Would you be updating members? I am not into frequent trading, however,there will come a time to sell when favorable conditions no longer apply.

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Wayne on March 31, 2014
Q: HI PETER..we have about $35,000 in our online investment account and will be out of country until end of May. Not sure weather to let it sit for opportunities after summer sell off but prefer to invest in stocks with some growth and minimal downside while away. I may continue holding on return if prospects are good. I would look at about 5 or 6 stocks.
I am looking at BAD, MG, LNR, HLF, TOU, BEP.UN, DH, HCG, L, We already hold IPL, SU, PPL, BTX and banks
Any of your suggestions? Thanks enjoy your site. Gloria
Read Answer Asked by Gloria on March 31, 2014
Q: hello there just wondering what you think of Parallel Energy Trust?
Read Answer Asked by George on March 31, 2014
Q: I am thinking of purchasing some more AVO. I would be "averaging down" as I am currently negative with AVO. I would be liquidating a 3% weighting in PWF and increasing my weighting in AVO to 4%. Of course PWF pays a dividend and AVO does not. Both stocks are down this year with AVO down about 8% and PWF down 5% which isn't suprising as AVO is more volatile. I have a relatively diversified portfolio except I am a overweight in financials...(BNS, TD & SLF)
Any cautions?
Thanks
Jim
Read Answer Asked by James on March 31, 2014
Q: Hi peter and team,

I am hoping you or one of the other members can answer. I have 4 nieces and nephews all recently graduated from university and they are all trying to figure out how to balance out paying off debts versus making investments etc. Is there one or two introductory books that would provide them with some good advice and principals as they start to move into their working careers. I read the Wealthy Barber but i am wondering if there are others out there.

Thanks again,
Read Answer Asked by kelly on March 31, 2014
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