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Q: Hello. Notwithstanding the obvious issues with some of these names, as well as with the sector more broadly, how would you rank these 4 on a scale of 1-10, with 10 being the best. Context is ~ 2 year timeline.

Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Trevor on February 26, 2025
Q: After Friday's big market drop, what are the best 5 stocks currently that are "safe" with a growing dividend, to start positions in?
Read Answer Asked by Ann on February 25, 2025
Q: Hi Peter, I have 100 shares of BCE both in my RRSP and TFSA accounts both at a loss of course. I've been using it as income. Would it be wise to sell and buy back after a month my break even point is around 47.00 and 49.00. If you would replace what are some stocks that could replace BCE. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Nick on February 25, 2025
Q: Looking to buy a canadian dividend etf as one of my core holdings. Do you like VDY or XDV? What are the differences? Or is there another canadian dividend ETF you would recommend?
Read Answer Asked by Carla on February 24, 2025
Q: On BNN recently this stock was recommended. I liked his justification.
I read some of your responses to questions from last year. I understand management had an issue and paid a fine and CEO replaced.
A statement I read was that currently their payout ratio is well above 100%.
I get the feeling you are not enamoured by this company.
Can you please confirm I) payout ratio and ii )your feeling is maybe hold off until fundamentals improve.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Phil on February 24, 2025
Q: I am looking for the best income payers. Have some in financial and pipelines sectors but need some in other sectors. Please recommend 6 stocks in the other sectors that are best of breed and pay good dividends.

Donna

Read Answer Asked by Donna on February 24, 2025
Q: Looking at the insider trading of Enbridge Directors, I noted that the number of shares held by the Directors in May 2024 was over 900,000. The corresponding number of shares held by Directors on February 20, 2025 dropped to about 210,000.
Can you please comment with respect to inside trading at this company ? Is the drop in the number of shares held by the directors an issue ?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Terry on February 24, 2025
Q: I would like to create a portfolio (10 years and more) for a non-profit organization. The return objective is 5% or more. The amount to be invested is $40,000. Is it possible to achieve this objective with ETFs? Which ETFs should I buy for this account?
Or should I pick a few names from your Balance Equity portfolio?
THANKS
Read Answer Asked by Serge on February 23, 2025
Q: I currently own a lot of Growth stocks that are killing it. Want to diversify into some CAD dividend and value stocks - what are some good options for this right now?
Read Answer Asked by Danielle on February 21, 2025
Q: I own TOU and TPZ and like them both for long term holds. TOU was recently added to the 5i income portfolio. Why go with TOU as apposed to TPZ, which is more of an income structured investment. Do you feel that TOU will offer a better total long term return both with respect to their dividend and capital appreciation?

Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Joel on February 19, 2025
Q: Huge and unexpected drop in stock price today that may be related too a decrease in the dividend.

For those who hold POU in a TFSA, do you see today's stock price huge drop as a buying opportunity or is the stock expected to be in the dog house for quite some time.

Thank you and I'll await your response.

Francesco
Read Answer Asked by Francesco on February 19, 2025
Q: Hi Peter and Team,

With the intent of better opportunities elsewhere, would YOU be a seller of BCE held in a registered account? (A significant loss, given the time we've held BCE)

Or, would YOU consider it a hold?

If a seller, would YOU add to our current holdings in Telus?

Or would YOU not stay in the sector for the time being due to all the headwinds it’s experiencing?

Thanks for your help.
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on February 19, 2025