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Q: Hi 5i, I know outside of Canadian stocks are not the focus but what would you think of a small investment in Tencent? I have watched it for awhile and their Wechat app is pretty awesome and from what I have read they have even more users than Facebook by a long shot. I also read they are now getting into wealth management services to add to their offerings. An opinion would be nice this would be long term hold in a TFSA. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Kolbi on February 28, 2018
Q: I am thinking of buying the Swiss industrial company ABB inside my RRIF. It trades as an ADR in New York. I already own UTX and consider HON to be overvalued. I am currently underweight industrials. If you don’t like ABB, what would be your favourite large cap industrial? Doe you know what the tax implications would be for holding ABB in my RRIF - would there be withholding taxes because it is a Swiss company? I seem to recall reading somewhere that Swiss withholding taxes are 30%. Thanks for any info. you can give me.
Read Answer Asked by David on February 20, 2018
Q: Hi Peter et al:
I am looking to invest some money in India. The two etf's that I was able to find are xid and zid. I am looking for mid to large cap value,however BMO states that zid is growth oriented and high risk. I am a subscriber to your etf branch but I couldn't find what I needed there. Also what would you recommend for etf exposure to Europe and the Euro, which I believe will appreciate relative to the cad.
Thanks,
BEN.
Read Answer Asked by BEN on February 14, 2018
Q: Looking at TAP. Since your last comment, valuation improved. But looking at long term chart, BUD shows better stock price return and higher current yield.
Which would you choose now, and how strong would be the case to buy that kind of stock in your portfolio in this valuation reset of the markets?
Thanks for your help
Read Answer Asked by Daniel on February 13, 2018
Q: HI 5i, Sorry to ask another question re: a US company. Can you please tell me how the business model has changed with Koninkliijke Philips? I am interested in investing in a a good health care company and Lorne Steinberg recommended the company on BNN. Do you like this stock long-term? Would there be any concerns with Amazon, Berkshire, JP Morgan collaborative initiative? Thank you, Linda
Read Answer Asked by Linda on February 06, 2018
Q: I currently have a full position in BNS & 1/3 in LB, can you recommend some foreign banks that I could buy on the NYSE that you feel are more undervalued than their North American counterparts and may offer good equity growth. Risk is not a huge concern but if you could outline that as well for any recommendations that would be great and if you feel taking a position would be ok. I understand this isn't 5i's focus but any suggestions would be appreciated.
Craig
Read Answer Asked by Craig on January 26, 2018
Q: Your comments on this stock as a half position would be appreciated. It is headquartered in Israel & a tech stock which has increased 15% since Jan. 1, 2018. I realize that your expertise is Canadian stocks but you have more access to other areas than I do.
Your comments are always appreciated & valued.
Dave
Read Answer Asked by Dave on January 22, 2018
Q: Hi Team
For my spouse’s RRSP
Between Glaxosmithkline (GSK) and Bayer AG (BAYRY) which is the better investment to accompany Royal Phillips NV. (PHG)
Within a household is it ok to own similar securities between partners and accounts or is it more prudent to hold different companies for maximum diversification and some downturn protection. I own JNJ, NVO and GUD.
Thank-you in advance, Sam
Read Answer Asked by sam on January 16, 2018
Q: Can you suggest a good China ETF, preferably in tech, that is in CAD $. I am concerned about the US $ going down, and think I might be better off buying in CAD. Does this seem logical to you, or should I take a chance and buy CQQQ, KWEB or QQQC?

Thanks again for your insights!

ELizabeth
Read Answer Asked by Elizabeth on January 16, 2018
Q: Are these 4 etf's the best way to invest in Europe and Emerging Markets or do you have better recommendations such as FEZ which you recommended some time ago, or VE or another I haven't listed. I would like to purchase what is in your opinion 4 etf's which best achieve the desired result.
Read Answer Asked by Harold on January 15, 2018
Q: Hi,
What would be your choice for Europe, Japan, Emerging Markets ETF’s?
Thx Chris
Read Answer Asked by chris on January 10, 2018
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