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Q: ZWE
YOUR EVALUATION AS AN INCOME, CAPITAL PRESEVATION ANS EUROPEAN EXPOSURE PLAY ???( NO CAPITAL GAIN EXPECTED AN VERY LITTLE EU EXPOSURE )
THANKS
YOSSI
Read Answer Asked by JOSEPH on January 14, 2016
Q: What European ETF's do you like that are denominated in U.S. dollars.

Many thanks

Paul
Read Answer Asked by paul on January 11, 2016
Q: I have investments in the US and Europe and have started to think that India might be a good place to enter into the emerging markets as part of my Global diversification. Would you agree?
What are the options for investing in India and can you make any recommendations?
Read Answer Asked by David on January 08, 2016
Q: I have owned for two years, ICICI Bank for international exposure to the Indian market. It has not performed well. Should I sell and move on or hold for now?

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by kim on January 07, 2016
Q: Hello I am interested in how I could get some exposure to Samsung; perhaps through an ETF here or one in the US. A top ten holding would be preferred, but not necessary. Is the Mawer 102 or 150 likely places to start? Thanks in advance.
Read Answer Asked by Michael on January 06, 2016
Q: I'm underwater on a position in XBZ. Wondering what your thoughts are on the Brazilian economy?
Read Answer Asked by Brian on January 05, 2016
Q: Since the US is allowed to ship oil by tankers starting on JAN 1-2016.Would you invest in shipping oil companies,and which ones would you choose?Thank-you for your excellent service and HAPPY NEW YEAR.DOM.
Read Answer Asked by domenico on January 04, 2016
Q: For 2015 it was most beneficial to be invested outside Canada. I calculate the cost of the Euro rose 6%, the Pound 12% and the U.S. dollar 13%.These are major changes. There seems to be a rush for investors to invest even more outside of Canada. In my mind if I look at a U.S. non hedged etf or mutual fund I would need to subtract 13% fx change off the posted return to get a pure equity, apples to apples comparison. Keeping in mind trying to play the fx guessing game is pointless, do you see a real danger in loading up on foreign equities after such quick and substantial devaluation of the Canadian dollar. When the Canadian dollar does turn around there will be significant drag on the non hedged returns.

Paul
Read Answer Asked by paul on January 04, 2016
Q: Recently, Vanguard introduced a new etf that tracks international equities ex North America, VIU. I would appreciate your thoughts on this one and also, since it is new and small would you be comfortable holding it now, or suggest another that is similar.

Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Rose on December 30, 2015
Q: Peter and team,

Merry Christmas! I've been thinking of some stocks outside Canada and the Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy group is on my radar. Their long term chart and divide look good. What are your thoughts on this one?

PS. The rest of my equity portfolio (80% of total)is similar to the 5i model balanced equity portfolio and I have 20 percent of my total invested in short term bonds (cbo and clf) and floating rated HFR.

To fund this purchase, I was thinking of taking down my 5% weighting in HFR.

Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Marc on December 24, 2015
Q: Hello Team. I would like to start investing more in Europe and am looking at a few ETFs. Zeq, Ve and Xeu but leaning towards the Zeq as it seems a bit bigger. What is your opinion on this? Do you have another you would recommend instead and would you get a an etf that is hedge to the Cdn $ or non hedged and why?

Thank you and Merry Christmas everyone
Read Answer Asked by pietro on December 24, 2015
Q: I want to diversify out of Canada. I'm thinking of an ETF for Europe. Do you have any suggestions?
Read Answer Asked by christianne on December 21, 2015
Q: Hi Peter and team,

I'm looking to add a balanced core of ETF's in my portfolio for everything outside of Canada, what ETF's would you suggest? Some income would be preferable.
Read Answer Asked by Robert on December 17, 2015
Q: Hi,
Why does this one drop a lot today comparing to FXI:us?
Thanks
Jim
Read Answer Asked by Jim on December 16, 2015
Q: Hello Peter and Team,

I bought this ETF a few months ago hoping to participate in Europeam equity rebound. So far not much has happened. Your thoughts on this ETF and please recommend any if you feel will participate in rising European stock prices. Thanks, Rossana.
Read Answer Asked by Rossana on December 16, 2015
Q: Team, wonderful service.

I see you suggested GXC or FXI when asked about China ETFs. What are your thoughts regarding CQQQ or YAO as alternatives ? Thank you very much. Have a great holiday season. Nancy
Read Answer Asked by Nancy on December 15, 2015
Q: here is more info about that etf
thanks
margit
Read Answer Asked by margit on December 15, 2015
Q: I am looking for equity diversification outside of the Canadian market. Small portfolio.
What would you suggest given the current value of the Canadian dollar? How would your response differ if our dollar was higher relative to the U.S.?
Read Answer Asked by James on December 14, 2015
Q: Your current view on CGR (ETF- ishares global real estate index).
Your top choice in this sector (ETF), for the next 5 years.
Many Thanks .
P.
Read Answer Asked by pascal on December 14, 2015
Q: This turn around story continues to be very exciting. Management has pulled off a near impossible feat. I know overseas but would like your comment?
Read Answer Asked by Norman on December 07, 2015
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