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Q: Hi 5i
At what share price will FTN discontinue its dividend? I know you've mentioned split share dividends are dependant on NAV but how does one find the NAV value? I cant seem to find it??
How do you view dividend going forward .....?
Does current dividend look like it in trouble at these levels?

And are the preferred dividends fixed or subject to adjustment ?
Thx
Read Answer Asked by jim on March 13, 2025
Q: Hello. Could you comment on how the yield is achieved in this fund? Dividends will form part and I see leverage was mentioned in a previous answer (assuming there is a net benefit from additional yield over the cost of leverage). Does this fund also employ an options strategy? If no options strategy, am I right that a good chunk of the distribution over time has been return of capital? Secondly, could you comment on the volume/liquidity of the fund over time? I'm thinking of starting a position in this across our investment accounts but am concerned about what might be limited volume on entry or exit. Thank-you.
Read Answer Asked by Ben on February 25, 2025
Q: Merry Christmas to the staff.
i'm 81 just floating until the end of the road,I'm considering adding to my TSFA only for income purposes, PDO , PDI.CAN., and or ZWU which of the 3 you consider the safest bet,Are these US.income funds affected by N.R. tax .

Tnks.

Dan
Read Answer Asked by DANIEL on December 12, 2024
Q: Hi,
As a Canadian investor, looking to buy into OpenAi, could you tell me what ETF’s have OpenAi holdings please? I have tried looking into Ark VX, but it appears I can only access that through “soFi” software. I am open to any suggestions you have.

As always, you’re insight is always much appreciated. Thanks!

Dawn
Read Answer Asked by Dawn on October 04, 2024
Q: Blackrock sent a tender offer today: "Option 1: Tender Consideration (USD funds) (Subject to Proration) - To receive 98% of the NAV per share of Blackrock Capital Allocation Term Trust Common Share tendered on pricing date". Or do nothing and hold.

1. The current NAV shows on a 'net search as $17.45; would you expect that to change much from now until the "pricing date"?
2. What is the date for the "pricing date"?
3. Why would Blackrock want to do this?
4. What would you do if you owned shares? Current share price is $16.36;
5. Where can I find the offering circular?

6. Also, my 2 service providers show the yield at 11.5%; the profile on the 5i Market Data shows it at 21%. What do you think it is?

Many thanks for your excellent service.
Read Answer Asked by Leonard on July 24, 2024
Q: In your estimation, is the Apollo Tactical Income fund configured to strengthen as interest rates fall or remain at their current level?
Thanks!
David
Further to my previous question on AIF, can you comment on the tax treatment that will be applied to the distributions resulting from its upcoming merger? (note: my previous question on AIF's prospect should, I suppose. be better directed at MFIC...)
Read Answer Asked by David on July 11, 2024
Q: What is your current opinion of EIT.UN.ca - is it a good investment or would you have alternatives that are better?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Reg on June 28, 2024
Q: Hi 5i,
I have a small position in Fairfax India holdings. I have made a gain but disappointing for the length of time I have had it. I can still be patient for possibly 5 more years or longer. Would you recommend holding this, or consider ETF's of India holdings that you had recommended in March of this year (ZID or INDY) or other ETF?
Should be on the conservative side of investing.

Thank you for the great service
Read Answer Asked by Tulio on June 21, 2024
Q: I am finalizing RRIF portfolio focusing on safety and yield. I am trying to decide between Canoe Income fund and SLF. Performance-wise they look similar to me but with EIT having a higher yield. I would value your advice on selecting one of these unless you have an even better suggestion then that would be welcome as well. Thanks for all you do! Dan
Read Answer Asked by Danny-boy on May 28, 2024