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Q: Hi 5i,
I hope you might help with my education ...
I have trouble getting my mind around the concept and basis for owning hedged vs unhedged. I know it has to do with currency valuations but beyond that I'm afraid I don't really understand it.
As a real world example to work off, I've owned TXF (the hedged version) for a long time and have noticed that it's pretty consistently been out-performed by its unhedged counterpart, TXF.B. I bought some TXF.B thinking to at least even things up and ironically since then the hedged version has been doing somewhat better.
My problem is that I really don't understand the mechanics of how it works, and why hedged is better in some circumstances but not in others - and even what those circumstances are.
I know hedging is something i should understand better, and I hope you can give me a primer, even though it's likely a pretty basic concept and also likely not that difficult to understand. I just seem to have a block and don't feel like I've grasped the concept or the important factors to consider when thinking about it.
Thanks!
Peter
Read Answer Asked by Peter on July 31, 2023
Q: Hi there,

ELA Envela Corp looks very interesting company. Can I please get your opinion on the company/stock and if you'd rate it a buy or sell?

Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Michael on July 31, 2023
Q: Hi 5i, came across a very cool site full of information on economic events, pls share with the group. And no I'm not getting any commish :;

https://tradingeconomics.com/calendar
Read Answer Asked by Christopher on July 31, 2023
Q: Hello,
I'm thinking of adding HHL.b but concerned with the very low trading volume. If you compare volume of HHL to HHL.b, there is marked difference or improvement with HHL and higher volume. Question - is there actual market trading of HHL.b or perhaps might this be an internal currency conversion within Harvest ETF's. Hope this is clear, any feedback or explanation on why there is such a delta between the two ETF's trading volume would be appreciated.
THx Steve
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on July 31, 2023
Q: I would like to add to one of the above as a new position.
Please indicate your preference and possibly the position size. Are there any I should stay away from/
Thank you for your info.
Albert
Read Answer Asked by ALBERT on July 31, 2023
Q: Hello,

There hasn't been a question on this company since 2021 - can I get your updated opinion of it? They just reported earnings this week and beat EPS estimates.

For a portfolio light on industrials, would you recommend it? If not, can you list a few industrials that you consider better - US or CDN.

Thank you,
Read Answer Asked by Doris on July 31, 2023
Q: Which company do you have more confidence in for capital preservation? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Cheryl on July 31, 2023
Q: I am wondering what your thoughts are on the new IPO Oddity technology. This AI company that is direct to consumer make up and skin care products is trying to disrupt beauty. I am wondering what your thoughts are on Oddity and if you still like ULTA and/or Estee Lauder. Do you feel a company like Oddity can have a significant impact on sales and what is your rating (sell, buy, hold) for EL, ULTA and ODD? Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Neil on July 31, 2023
Q: I am working with my son (age under 50) to help him put together a stock portfolio. Considering that the US and Canadian markets have significantly different sector weightings what would you recommend for reasonable diversification in a growth weighted portfolio? I thought you had dealt with this type of question a number of times before but haven't found previous responses.
Thanks, Hugh
Read Answer Asked by Hugh on July 31, 2023
Q: What are your thoughts on this fund?
Long term performance and yield are both very strong, in excess of 9%. No covered calls but does have some leverage. Not sure how they achieve 9%+ yield without covered calls but the yield seems consistent and large portion of distribution is capital gains, eligible dividends and ROC.
Never invested in a closed end fund before. What is the difference between this and an ETF?
Read Answer Asked by Bruce on July 31, 2023
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