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Q: Portfolio Analytics shows I still need 35% international funds in order to be balanced. I know it is more tax efficient to place ZEM and XEF in a non-registered account; however, I have room to place $15,000+ in my TFSA. My question is: Do you think it is wise to use TFSA for ZEM (given its potential for higher growth than ZCN) even though the foreign withholding fee is non-recoverable? Or, it is optimal that I find more growth stocks and add ZCN to my TFSA now then wait to purchase ZEM in a non-registered account in 3-6 months time?
Read Answer Asked by Jasmine on January 21, 2021
Q: I sold DXJ and DXJS a year ago and have had seller’s remorse since the day I sold. Do you think buying these back at their current multiyear highs would be dumb? If you like Japan, would you today buy the same ETFs or do you have other ETFs (trading in US$ only) to suggest for my further study? If buying would you buy hedged or unhedged versions? I would be thankful for whatever number of symbols of Japan ETFs that you think might be fine for 3 to 5 years.
Read Answer Asked by Adam on January 18, 2021
Q: I need some help in understanding some of the OTC Pink Sheet listings. While asking for a quote on Sika AG at RBCDI, two different options are presented. SXYAY at $27.52 USD and it has traded volume. SKFOF at $237.00 USD but has no traded volume for 15 Jan 21, and a very low avg vol.

Why the 2 diff "listings"? Different classes of shares?
Read Answer Asked by Bob on January 18, 2021
Q: I am trying to increase my international / US stocks allocation with 1 of a few ETFs. I don't need income but some yield would be nice.
How do you feel about emerging markets for the next few years?
Can you please provide suggestions. Would you recommend a large position say around 15% to be meaningful in the portfolio. Long term buy and hold. Thank you for your help.


Read Answer Asked by Pierre on January 15, 2021
Q: Hi, what are your thoughts on these companies and which, if any, would you recommend? I'm thinking of adding one or two to my TFSA portfolio. Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Keith on January 14, 2021
Q: I am looking for an actively managed emerging market and developed market (without the US) etf trading in the US exchanges. Do you have any suggestion?
Read Answer Asked by Ron on January 13, 2021
Q: Hi 5i team,
For my RRSP, I would like to invest in a developed Europe ETF. In your opinion, giving the fallout of the pandemic, would it better to invest in a broad index ETF like VE or a concentrated blue chips index like HXX? Which is your favorite developed Europe ETF for C$ RRSP? Which is your favorite Asia ETF (excluding Japan)? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Willie on January 13, 2021
Q: Hi,
I am currently significantly underweighted in consumer cyclical sector. Can you suggest 2-3 names in U.S.? FTE names in U.S. and International would be great appreciated too. thanks.

Martin
Read Answer Asked by Martin on January 12, 2021
Q: In my search for EM stock with suitable financial strength/balance sheets, I noticed this Brazilian financial institution. Can you comment or offer a non-Index Etf alternative? Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by David on January 11, 2021
Q: For international (non-NA) exposure, please provide your current opinion about the IGRO ETF. Would you recommend this ETF? Do you see it as a complement holding for dividend-growing (but not high dividend seeking) investors who already own VIGI? Are there any other international ETFs which you would recommend in lieu of IGRO?

Many thanks for your excellent advice, and this wonderful service.
Read Answer Asked by Dale on January 11, 2021
Q: As always, thank you for the great service. In the past few days, there’s been a lot of articles about UK companies being very cheap. I know 5i covers North American stocks, but I was wondering if you had any thoughts on the matter and also more specifically about LLoyds (bank). Any ETF for UK exposure?
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Michael on January 11, 2021
Q: VVPR Could I have your take on this co please and its potential in the elec space.
Read Answer Asked by Mike on January 08, 2021
Q: Accordingly to the Portfolio Analytics I need to bring up my International Allocation up 25%.
Any Suggestions?

Thank you, John G.
Read Answer Asked by John on January 07, 2021
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