Q: I forget where I read it, but I hear that the Japanese stock market is in a recovery and growing. The writer suggested that the the N.A. markets will be heading into bearish territory in the next year or so. Th writer's thesis was that it would be a good time to buy Japanese stocks to diversify and guard one's portfolio against pullbacks. What do you think of this? Could you recommend any Japanese companies or etfs? Could you recommend a research platform to learn about Japanese or other foreign, publicly traded companies.
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Q: I have a large position in CS and would appreciate your analysis and call in terms of Buy,Sell Hold.Thanks .Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all 5i Staff. Richard
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iShares MSCI Min Vol Emerging Markets Index ETF (XMM $33.65)
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iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Min Vol Factor ETF (EEMV $68.79)
Q: hello 5i:
can you comment on the ETF above please? And, can you list the Canadian equivalent, assuming there is one. Would this ETF pursue a strategy you would endorse?
While many have expressed their satisfaction with the service (ditto for me), I'd like to commend Peter on the vision and drive necessary to grow what has become a top notch service. And looking back to the beginning, hasn't it been a fun ride?
thanks, and Merry Christmas
Paul L
can you comment on the ETF above please? And, can you list the Canadian equivalent, assuming there is one. Would this ETF pursue a strategy you would endorse?
While many have expressed their satisfaction with the service (ditto for me), I'd like to commend Peter on the vision and drive necessary to grow what has become a top notch service. And looking back to the beginning, hasn't it been a fun ride?
thanks, and Merry Christmas
Paul L
Q: What do you think of an investment in Volkswagen? It seems to be recovering nicely since it's emission scandal. I'm interested in it because of their research into self-driving cars, battery technology and interest in cryptocurrency (IOTA). It seems like a forward looking company with growth potential.
Q: I just came across this company. Sounds pretty interesting. Can you tell me what you think of its potential?
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State Street Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLF $51.18)
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iShares U.S. Industrials ETF (IYJ $159.91)
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Vanguard Total International Stock (VXUS $83.79)
Q: We have some u.s money in a RIF acct and would like to compliment our balanced and income portfolio and were thinking of VG - IYJ- XLF and VXUS. Does this make sense as we are also playing the currency and this is profit from 2017 thanks to you and your service....thanks...Eugene
Q: What is the best way to participate in the China/India market (buy and hold and ETF investor)?
Q: Often I see two OTC pink trading symbols when looking to buy an international company. Is there a preferred one to buy (one often ends in 'Y')?
Thanks, cathy
Thanks, cathy
Q: I realise this is a bit out of your focus area but I have a quadruple in a British company Games Workshop (GAW). I am wondering if I should sell some shares or hold.
Q: Hi 5I, I like the above MFs but dislike their MER and Mgmt. charges, can you suggest equivalent ETFs with similar or alike holdings.
Also, can I buy Maw102 in my RBC Direct (discount broker)? account?
Many thanks for your advise. J.A.P, Burlington Ont.
Also, can I buy Maw102 in my RBC Direct (discount broker)? account?
Many thanks for your advise. J.A.P, Burlington Ont.
Q: Please provide me your current opinion on Arcelor Mital (MT-U). Is it worth holding on to for the long run? (I am at the age where both Income or Balanced portfolios look more interesting to me) Thanks.
Serge
Serge
Q: Hello 5i: I would appreciate your thoughts on FAH.U at this time. Would you consider it a buy. Thank you Barb
Q: Which fund would you prefer ,and why?
Q: Would now be the time to buy Japanese equities? I have read that the Japanese currency is at a 30-year low relative to the US dollar which suggests buying a non-hedged ETF. However the only one I can find in Canada is currency hedged(CJP) an iShares product. And it is traded on the new exchange in Toronto which until today I wasn't aware of. I assume that if one buys the iShares Japan( which one can buy with no currency hedging) in the US that there is a 15% hold-back on dividends which may not be much of an issue. What are your thoughts on buying CJP and is there a Canadian version that is not hedged?
Q: Could you please comment on Baozun, specifically how its merits compare to Shopify?
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iShares MSCI EAFE Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (XIN $45.53)
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Vanguard Total International Stock (VXUS $83.79)
Q: I'm looking to diversify outside of US/Canadian stocks, as this represents the bulk of my portfolio. Can you recommend any international or developing market etfs? Any international etfs with a value investing model? Thanks.
Q: Is it a good time to to invest in Japan?
If so, which do you prefer? CJP, CJP.A or WisdomTree fund or other?
It would be a small part of my portfolio and for growth.
thanks very much. Helen
If so, which do you prefer? CJP, CJP.A or WisdomTree fund or other?
It would be a small part of my portfolio and for growth.
thanks very much. Helen
Q: Hello Peter,
How do you think the euro zone stock markets will perform compared to the US market over the next 6 months? My only exposure to a European company is Garmin; which i bought after reading your piece , in Globe and Mail. I have done well and am wondering if you have any other recommendations that I can use to add to my Europe exposure?
Regards.
How do you think the euro zone stock markets will perform compared to the US market over the next 6 months? My only exposure to a European company is Garmin; which i bought after reading your piece , in Globe and Mail. I have done well and am wondering if you have any other recommendations that I can use to add to my Europe exposure?
Regards.
Q: Although I do not ask many questions I read all your question and answers on a daily basis and have utilized the information often! I would appreciate your thoughts on the best ETF for international exposure. Thanks.
Q: please recommend an emerging market etf thanks